Production Cook- Norristown

Overview

The Production Cook plays a vital role in bringing The Buttery’s menu to life — preparing, cooking, and portioning a variety of dishes with care, precision, and consistency. Working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen, this role is all about craftsmanship, efficiency, and collaboration. You’ll work closely with the kitchen team to create fresh, high-quality food while maintaining the highest standards of safety and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items following recipes, portion sizes, and standards.
• Operate various kitchen equipment (e.g., ovens, stoves, grills) in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of ingredients and supplies.
• Monitor and control inventory levels, assisting with stock rotation and minimizing food waste.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting deliveries to ensure proper quantity and quality of products.
• Support other kitchen staff as needed to ensure smooth operation during peak service hours.
• Communicate any issues or concerns regarding food quality, safety, or kitchen equipment to the Sous Chef.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen is preferred.
• Excellent time management, organizational, and listening skills. 
• Passion for hospitality and creating excellent meals.
• Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for learning, teaching & teamwork.

About us:

At The Buttery, we believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink. We’re here to cultivate a vibrant community where great people, comfort, and quality shine together. We’re a neighborhood gathering spot, a village bakery & patisserie, and a specialty coffee shop all nestled within a one-of-a-kind retail space.

Our team is driven by care, warmth, and a passion for genuine hospitality. At our core, we’re a collective of dedicated people working together to build a thriving, healthy business by crafting exceptional food and creating memorable experiences for every guest.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it.
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Health Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more.