Company description

DreamPort Harvest Market is the farm store for Dream Apple Farm, a certified organic grower of apples and raspberries, along with over 20 other local and organic farms and producers.

The mission of DreamPort Harvest Market is to partner with family farms and producers to create a welcoming space offering organic, sustainable, and truly local food to our community.

We are committed to:

• Connecting and enhancing our community
• Providing access to quality products that are organic, nutritious, fresh, and amazingly tasty.
• Ensuring that our products are ethically sourced with the well-being of our customers, farmers, and the planet top of mind.
• Educating our community about organic farming so that they are empowered to make the best food choices possible.

Job description

Chef - Small Batch Scratch Kitchen
We are seeking a passionate and creative Chef to join our small batch scratch kitchen. With a focus on sustainability and high-quality ingredients, our kitchen sources from local and organic farms to create a diverse range of fresh foods and bakery to be sold in our harvest market.

This position offers a great work-life balance with no nights or weekends required, and competitive pay.

Key Responsibilities:
-Develop and execute seasonal food products that highlight locally sourced farm inputs. Current foods include quiches, soups, empanadas, flatbread and more made with our farm produce, meat, and dairy.
-Manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and adherence to local health and food safety standards.
-Work with fellow chefs in the kitchen to uphold quality standards, encouraging continuous learning and culinary excellence.

Qualifications:
-Professional culinary degree preferred.
-Proven experience in a similar culinary role, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
-Strong knowledge of food safety standards and health regulations.
-Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a capability to inspire and educate team members.
-Ability to handle inventory, compute food costs, and analyze cost effectiveness.
-Creative mindset with an eye for detail, ensuring every food product maintains high-quality presentation and taste.

Join our dedicated team and bring your culinary expertise to a kitchen that values organic farming and seasonal cooking!
Our welcoming environment encourages innovation and supports the continuous growth of our team and market.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $15-20/hr

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline