Description Wilson Farm is seeking an experienced and motivated First Cook to join our culinary team. This is a hands-on opportunity for an accomplished cook who takes pride in their craft and enjoys working with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a fast-paced, high-quality kitchen. Our prepared foods are made for our busy retail farm stand, with a focus on consistency, flavor, presentation, and the quality our customers have come to expect from Wilson Farm. As a member of our culinary team, you will work alongside experienced culinary professionals under the leadership of our Master Chef of France, preparing American-French inspired cuisine and a wide variety of seasonal prepared foods. We are looking for someone who can confidently take ownership of a station, work independently when needed, and also jump in wherever necessary to help the kitchen succeed. If you have a strong culinary foundation, enjoy scratch cooking, and want to continue developing your skills in a unique farm-to-kitchen environment, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do • Prepare and produce high-quality food for sale in our retail farm stand, following established recipes, production standards, and specifications. • Take ownership of an assigned station, including mise en place, production, organization, sanitation, and end-of-shift responsibilities. • Ensure food is prepared accurately, consistently, and on schedule while maintaining high standards for taste, appearance, freshness, and food safety. • Work closely with the Chef and culinary team to execute daily and seasonal production needs. • Utilize fresh, seasonal ingredients, including products grown and sourced by Wilson Farm. • Maintain proper food storage, labeling, rotation, and handling practices. • Keep work areas clean, organized, and ready for efficient production. • Assist other stations and team members as needed to keep kitchen operations running smoothly. • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements. • Contribute to a professional, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen environment. Requirements What We're Looking For • Approximately 3 years of professional cooking experience in a scratch kitchen, restaurant, hotel, prepared-food operation, or similar culinary environment. • Strong fundamental cooking and food preparation skills. • Experience with French, American, European, or similar cuisine is a plus. • Ability to independently manage a station and prioritize production needs. • Strong attention to quality, consistency, organization, and detail. • Ability to work efficiently and maintain composure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. • Dependable, punctual, and committed to being part of a collaborative kitchen team. • ServSafe certification is a plus. • Availability to work approximately 45–50 hours per week, generally 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, including Saturdays and Sundays. This position typically has two scheduled weekdays off and requires additional holiday availability based on business needs. Physical Requirements This is an active, hands-on kitchen position. Candidates must be able to: • Stand and work on their feet for extended periods, typically 8–10 hours. • Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds. • Work safely around commercial cooking equipment and in environments that may include heat, cold, and temperature changes. • Bend, reach, lift, carry, and perform repetitive food-preparation tasks throughout the workday. If you're an experienced cook who takes pride in producing great food and wants to be part of a hardworking, collaborative culinary team, we encourage you to apply.