Overview

Join our production team as a Plantain Chips Frying Staff Member. The primary responsibility of this position is frying plantains to produce high-quality plantain chips while following established production, food safety, and cleanliness procedures.

The position requires working around hot oil and frying equipment, maintaining consistent product quality, and keeping the frying area and equipment clean and organized throughout the shift.

Duties

- Fry plantain slices according to established frying procedures and production standards
- Monitor frying temperature and cooking time to ensure consistent quality
- Ensure plantain chips are fried properly and meet the required colour, texture, and quality standards
- Operate and monitor frying equipment safely
- Handle hot oil and fried products carefully and safely
- Load plantain slices into the fryer according to established procedures
- Remove fried plantain chips from the fryer and transfer them for further processing or packing
- Identify and remove burnt, overcooked, undercooked, or otherwise unacceptable chips
- Maintain proper food handling and hygiene practices at all times
- Clean and sanitize the fryer, utensils, work surfaces, and surrounding production area regularly
- Keep the entire frying area clean, dry, and free from food debris and oil spills
- Follow daily cleaning and sanitation procedures




- Properly dispose of waste and maintain cleanliness around waste disposal areas
- Follow all workplace health and safety and food safety procedures
- Report any equipment problems, oil issues, or product quality concerns to the supervisor
- Follow instructions from the supervisor and maintain consistent production standards

Requirements

- Previous experience in food production, frying, or a similar kitchen/production environment is an asset but not required
- Willingness to learn proper plantain chips frying procedures
- Ability to work safely around hot oil, heat, and frying equipment
- Robust attention to product quality and consistency
- Strong commitment to cleanliness and personal hygiene
- Ability to follow instructions and established production procedures carefully
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to lift, carry, bend, and move items as required
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Food handling or food safety training is an asset

Important

The employee is expected to maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the frying and production area and to clean equipment and work areas as required during and after production.

Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Kitchen Staff (Etobicoke)
🏢 MR. JOHNFOODS CO
📍 Etobicoke