We’re looking for people who love fermentation and Asian cuisine and want to grow with us in Belfast.
If you’re interested in any of the open positions on this page, please send us an email at hello@redkettlekimchi.com with the subject line “Red Kettle job application,” a cover letter, and a current resume. Thanks!
now hiring for: PRODUCTION ASSISTANT
Overview
Red Kettle Foods LLC, maker of Red Kettle Kimchi, is hiring for a part-time production assistant in our kitchen in Belfast, Maine. We’re looking for someone to help make and package kimchi, with opportunities to grow with the business as we grow! Build relationships with other Midcoast food producers and food businesses throughout Maine while making a delicious, healthy, and timeless product – kimchi! Our ideal candidate is someone who has previous experience in the restaurant or foodservice industry, has an eye for detail and precision, and really enjoys using those knife skills 🙂
Hours
10-15 hours a week with flexible schedule. Nights/weekends are NOT required! This is a year-round position.
Compensation
Starting at $18/hour
Responsibilities
- chopping vegetables, measuring and mixing ingredients, and other cooking tasks
- taking pH and temperature readings of fermented products
- packaging kimchi and other finished products for sale
- clean and sanitize cookware, cooking utensils, and kitchen surfaces
- monitor stock and quality of ingredients and supplies
- load and unload product, supplies, and equipment as needed
We anticipate more opportunities within the company for the right candidate!
Requirements
- knowledge of safe knife handling and advanced knife skills
- must be able to stand for long periods of time
- must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 lbs
- must be comfortable loading and unloading supplies and equipment to tight spaces or high shelving
- experience with allergen safety training and cross-contamination risks in a commercial kitchen
Qualifications/Licenses
- at least 1 year prior professional experience in restaurants/food service
- Servsafe Food Handler or equivalent food handling certificate
- Accredited Food Allergen course completion (if you don’t have these two current certs, we will reimburse course fees for the right candidate!)
- drivers license (preferred but not required)
Skills and Qualities
- punctual, with excellent time management and organizational skills
- works with speed and accuracy in a commercial kitchen environment
- enjoys perfecting recipes and processes
- enjoys food science
- personable with good customer service skills
