Morning Kitchen Prep Cook – Food Production & Inventory

Giresi's Pizza Factory – Sarnia, Ontario

Job Type: Part time

Pay: Based on experience

Schedule: Morning and daytime shifts, including weekends

Required Availability: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Shift Length: Variable depending on daily production requirements. Some shifts may be shorter.

About Us

Giresi's Pizza Factory is a busy, family-owned pizzeria that has proudly served the Sarnia community since 1979.

We're looking for a reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individual to join our morning kitchen preparation team.

This position plays an important role in ensuring our kitchen is fully stocked, organized, and prepared for daily operations.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in maintaining an organized workspace, and can complete daily production tasks efficiently and consistently.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production

- Shred and prepare large quantities of mozzarella cheese using commercial kitchen equipment.
- Prepare and shred meats and other pizza ingredients according to established procedures.
- Assist with preparing and cooking marinara sauce following standardized recipes.
- Portion and organize backup pizza toppings and ingredients for daily service.
- Prepare additional food items, sauces, and specialty ingredients as required.
- Follow established recipes, portioning guidelines, and food quality standards.

Inventory Receiving & Organization

- Receive and inspect incoming food and supply deliveries.
- Verify delivered products against invoices and report any discrepancies.
- Unpack, organize, and properly store refrigerated, frozen, and dry goods.
- Rotate inventory using First In, First Out (FIFO)



procedures.
- Maintain organized and properly stocked walk-in coolers and storage areas.
- Ensure all prepared ingredients are correctly labelled and dated.

Kitchen Maintenance & Organization

- Clean and sanitize food preparation equipment, utensils, and work surfaces.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized food preparation and storage areas.
- Follow established food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures.
- Assist with general kitchen cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Complete daily preparation checklists and communicate any shortages or concerns to management.

What We're Looking For

- Dependable, punctual, and available for regularly scheduled morning and daytime shifts.
- Must be available between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. throughout the week, including weekends as scheduled.
- Flexibility to work shifts of varying lengths based on daily preparation needs.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Comfortable performing repetitive food preparation tasks.
- Ability to follow established recipes, procedures, and food safety standards.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Willingness to assist with other kitchen responsibilities as needed.
- Previous food preparation, commercial kitchen,



or food production experience is an asset but not required.

We are willing to train the right candidate who demonstrates reliability, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand and move for extended periods.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, and move food products and kitchen supplies.
- Comfortable handling large quantities of ingredients and performing repetitive preparation tasks.
- Ability to work in refrigerated storage areas.
- Ability to safely operate commercial food preparation equipment following training.

Why Work at Giresi's?

- Join a well-established, locally owned family business.
- Enjoy morning and daytime working hours.
- Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
- Receive hands-on training in commercial food preparation and production.
- Develop valuable skills in kitchen operations, inventory management, and food safety.

How to Apply

If you're reliable, organized, hardworking, and enjoy hands-on kitchen work, we'd love to hear from you.

Important: Applicants must be available between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. throughout the week. Actual scheduled hours and shift lengths will vary depending on daily production requirements.

Please apply through Indeed with your résumé and current availability.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

- Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities as experience develops.

Pay: $19.00-$21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Morning Prep and Food Production (Sarnia)
🏢 Giresi's Pizza Factory
📍 Sarnia