Food Production Associate

Why This Role Matters

At Treasure Coast Food Bank, our work goes beyond food—it’s about nourishing hope, dignity, and community. As a Production Team Associate, you’ll play a hands-on role in preparing and packaging meals that directly support our neighbors in need, while also contributing to our catering and production kitchen operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, enjoys working as part of a team, and wants their daily work to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do

You’ll support kitchen operations from prep to production while helping maintain a clean, safe, and efficient workspace.

Production Line & Catering Support

• Assist with plating hot and cold food items
• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to meet daily production and catering needs
• Support quality control to ensure consistency, presentation, and food safety standards

• Assist with food preparation, including washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients
• Follow standardized recipes and food safety guidelines
• Support cooking, packaging, and preparation of meals for distribution
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient prep station

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, equipment, and floors
• Remove trash and recycling in accordance with safety standards
• Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food deliveries
• Support inventory organization and proper storage practices
• Work in both production kitchen areas and cold storage rooms as needed

• Perform other duties as needed to fulfill our mission, drive our vision, and abide by our values.
• Essential business/first responder: In instances of a federal, state, or locally declared emergency, Treasure Coast Food Bank is an essential business and emergency responder. All employees may be required to perform regular or emergent duties onsite. Employee safety is balanced with the needs of business and the community. Some positions are more likely to require onsite work than others.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous kitchen or food production experience preferred, but not required
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, including early mornings
• Willingness to work in cold storage areas when needed
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and detail
• Team-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude
• Food Handler’s Certification (or willingness to obtain)