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Job DescriptionCompany Description Headquartered in Cordova, TN, Stratas Foods is a 50/50 joint venture formed in October 2008 between ACH Food Companies and Archer Daniels Midland Company. Stratas Foods is built on the combined strengths and expertise of these two great parent companies, laid down over the course of over 200 years of combined experience. Stratas will continue to build on this foundation of excellence by providing value added, branded and custom formulated fats and oils solutions to the Food Service, Food Ingredient and Retail sectors. At Stratas Foods we are committed to being the most valued supplier of fats, oils, dressings, mayonnaise and salad dressings to the private label retail bottled oils market in the United States. Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Hillside, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA. Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN. We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees. We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals. Our drivers stay in the tri-state area! Drivers can make an average up to $1,600+ per week! New equipment Additional incentives per day: • 2nd Trip (roundtrip), • 3rd Trip (roundtrip), • Single Trips (over 300 miles), • Pickups, • Ryder, • Pallet breakdowns, • Stops, • Detentions, • Trailer moves, • Bottles movesJob Description To perform routine skilled work in the operation of motor trucks and light duty motor equipment. The qualified applicant’s job duties is to be performed keeping safety as a primary objective and following established GMP, Safety and Stratas Foods procedures and policies. Responsibilities • The CDL A Driver is responsible to deliver full trailer loads of 20 plus pallets to Stratas Foods customers throughout the Northeast. Driver will deliver to a 250-mile radius home every night. Minimal handling of product - electric jacks used to move freight. Monday through Friday workweek. Occasional weekends, • Prepares and maintains appropriate paperwork and records related to shipment of deliveries., • Maintains vehicle and equipment operational records., • Requires obtaining and exchanging information, referring inquiries to the appropriate source, or responding to questions regarding shipments., • Knowledge of state laws pertaining to the operation of equipment on highways Qualifications Education: High School Diploma, GED or Equivalent Required. Must possess a valid CDL Class A New Jersey driver's license! The job is performed in both a office and manufacturing plant environment. Exposure to loud noises, dust, dirt, heat, sparks, oil, and smoke may occur. Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, steel toed shoes, appropriate clothing, hard hat) is required in manufacturing plants. Activities include extended periods of sitting and standing. • 3 – 5 years’ experience in operating motor driven equipment., • Knowledge of the principles of operation of motor equipment sufficient to detect defective operation., • Clean driving record - must have an updated MVR, • Updated DOT Physical card, • Able to pass a road test, • Knowledge of the North East Region, • Knowledge of the food service industry a plus, • Have the ability to drive either manual or automatic transmissions., • Drive new updated equipment, • Starting time varies based on location being delivered., • Occasional weekends Additional Information Requires heavy work, including strenuous activities such as reaching, bending, or lifting 50 lbs or more as well as performing work activities which require fine manual dexterity or coordination in operating truck. Ability to communicate (verbal and written) with management and co-workers is critical. Regular use of a variety of measuring tools, a telephone, and e-mail for communication is essential. Standing or sitting for extended periods is common. Hearing and vision within normal ranges is important for conversations, to receive ordinary information. Good math and reasoning ability is essential. Able to apply general mathematical calculations, analysis of variance, and other basic standard equations as required. Drivers can make an average up to $1,600+ per week! Additional incentives per day: • 2nd Trip (roundtrip), • 3rd Trip (roundtrip), • Single Trips (over 300 miles), • Pickups, • Ryder, • Pallet breakdowns, • Stops, • Detentions, • Trailer moves Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Stratas Foods is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee in any manner prohibited by law, including but not limited to, on the basis of race or color, religion, gender, age, genetic information, national origin/ancestry, mental or physical disability, family status/marital status, military/veteran status, and any other legally protected status. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision-The Employer will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Employer’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Stratas Foods Applicant Request for Accommodation Form: Stratas Foods California Privacy Rights Act Policy:

Job Description Wolfoods operates summer camp kitchens across the country between May - September. We are looking for and experienced, motivated, and capable FOOD SERVICE OPERATIONS DIRECTORS. THIS POSITION IS NOT LOCAL. You will be living abroad on-site for the term of the contract. This is a HANDS-ON & demanding position!! All lead staff will live on site at the job location - Room, Board, & Travel Expense Assistance are provided. The position requires the ability to flawlessly execute the Wolfoods Camp Food Service Program. You must possess knowledge of food allergens and the ability to create dishes for people with a multitude of dietary restrictions and combination of restrictions. It will require planning, recipe execution, and strict sanitation practices to avoid cross contamination and cross-contact. You must be able to facilitate the duties and responsibilities of creating, implementing, and maintaining the Service & Culinary needs of the assigned camp. You must be able to maintain clean and comfortable surroundings, in a fast-paced environment, while ensuring correct service timing, food quantity, and food quality are accurately provided for all meal periods and special requests. This position requires the ability to communicate with children, exchange students, front and back of house staff, directors, managers, counselors, leaders, specialists, and diners professionally and effectively. A keen sense of urgency is a must for this position, and you must be able to answer all Service & Culinary related questions, in accordance with Wolfoods Standards of Service Guidelines. The lead staff will manage all aspects of the food service operation to deliver high levels of camp diner satisfaction, compliance with camp standards, controlling the budget, and training staff on service standards. The position will be the primary contact liaison between the camp and the kitchen and will therefore attend all relevant meetings and events, manage payroll, control the flow of special requests, and avail themselves to any concern as expressed by camp leadership. This job requires initiative, leadership, hands-on self-reliance, and judgment. Duties & Responsibilities: • Perform all duties toward the goal of providing excellent guest service in an efficient manner, • Develop effective schedules for the staff based on levels of business and budgetary guidelines, • Schedule and coordinate all side work for personnel, • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the Dining Hall according to established standards of sanitation, • Maintain appearance and uniform standards, • Has a presence on the floor during meal periods to observe, monitor, and follow up on all areas of the dining hall operation, • Work with the chef on duty in maintaining high standards of food presentation and sanitation, • Train and develop all FOH dining personnel, • Provide ongoing feedback to all service personnel concerning standards and performance, • Communicate with the Head Chef and Camp Directors daily concerning all aspects of the dining hall operation, • Frequently interact with diners for general feedback, • Ensures the dining hall is open and prepared 15 minutes prior to service, • Implements a checklist system to facilitate the dining hall throughout the day., • Follows Wolfoods initiatives for environmental practices to minimize wasted energy and resources, • Is knowledgeable of all menus and specifications, • Maintain constant follow up with dining hall standards, • Follows company standards for safety practices to minimize risk to self and others, • Responsible for daily reporting, • Effectively communicates with subordinates, co-workers, and supervisors, • Able to motivate and foster a positive work environment, • Attend related in-service training and staff meetings, • Understand Food Safety as it pertains to special diet food preparations and cooking for individuals with allergies, • Professionally Interact with Campers, Staff, & Parents, • Control Inventory, • Place Orders, • Project Management, • Communication, • Uphold Wolfoods Standards of Service, & Quality, • Maintain Health Department Sanitation Standards, • Manage Staff, • Client Relations, • Follow the comprehensive Wolfoods Camp Food Training Program, • Use weights and measures to properly execute recipes, • Prepare all menu items and special request events, • Follow standardized recipes, • Ensure that production is accurate in timing, quantity, quality, and plating, • Actively lead in planning, scheduling, directing, and training, • Understand the importance in cross utilization, • Understand the importance of utilizing excess production, • Estimate production needs, establishes par levels, orders adequate supplies, and maintains inventory, • Places accurate food orders ahead of time, • Ensure kitchen and equipment are maintained to health standards, • Teach and enforce safety regulations, • Specialized Food Preparation for events, • Assist in developing and tasting recipes, • Assist in planning menu, • Recommends equipment purchases, • May act as a Front of House supervisor when necessary Qualifications & Experience: • 4+ years Commercial Kitchen Experience in a Lead Role, • Minimum three professional references required with application submission, • Proficient in relevant skills relating to specific role, • Quality Driven, • Ability to Self-Motivate, • High Level Computer Literacy, • Recognize and Uphold Health Department Standards, • Able to both lead a team & take direction, • Minimum 6-day work 70-hour week, • Must live on-site in a rural setting with the possibility of shared living spaces, • Must be able to stand for long periods of time, • Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds, • Must be able to bend, stretch, and reach for extended period of time, • Must be ServSafe Manager Certified, • Must possess a ServSafe Allergens Certification before the start of camp (Company Sponsored), • Ability to work under pressure in environments that are above/below average temperatures, • Must be able to cook from scratch, • Institutional and batch cooking experience - Highly Desired Ideal candidates are: • Looking for seasonal, summer opportunities, • Enjoy the challenge of a high-volume production kitchen and dining facility, • Embrace a teaching and learning culture, • Get excited about being a part of a team and community, • Are available to relocate for the summer season in a rustic living environment Employment Package Includes: • Competitive Pay, • Bonus System, • Room, • Board, • Transportation Expense Assistance WOLFoods breaks away from the standard approach towards "camp food" by eliminating the standard Freezer to Table fare and improving it with Home Style Scratch Cooking. Partnering with Camps committed to offering campers healthy, fresh, and delicious foods, WOLFoods is changing the perception of camp food into something more of suitably called Camp Cuisine. Summer Camp Kitchens and Dining Halls are a great opportunity to educate campers on the importance of Balanced Diets and Green Initiatives. A diverse menu offering allows campers to not only enjoy their favorites, but to experience culture through exploring cuisine. Each meal offers something freshly baked on site by one of our professional bakers in the camp Bakery. Campers can enjoy perfectly executed entrees or they may enjoy an offering from the Morning Fruit and Yogurt Bar at breakfast and during lunch and dinner, the Salad Bars. No camper is left without personalized care. Any camper requiring Special Diets is attended to with the importance by one of our trained chefs. Wolfoods is practiced and prepared to cook for an array of diets ranging from Kosher to Nut Free, or Gluten Free to Vegan. The above information is general in nature and level of work expected; it is not intended to be interpreted as an inclusive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualification required of employees assigned to this role. Wolfoods Food Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall treat all applicants for employment equally based upon job-related qualifications and without regards to race, color, age, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Wakefern Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets, Gourmet Garage®, Di Bruno Bros®, and Morton Williams® banners. Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best in class procurement practices. Your contribution The Product Inspector position is responsible for performing routine and thorough inspections of all inbound perishable foods to ensure the quality, wholesomeness, proper labeling, and fair packaging in adherence to the Wakefern standards. The Product Inspector will be expected to exhibit first-hand knowledge of Wakefern’s Food Safety and Quality Practices along with USDA and FDA Guidelines. Additional job functions noted below. The hours worked will be 12:00am-8:00am. What you will do • Inspects all inbound deliveries to ensure the purchased goods conform to all established product specifications, standards, and grade requirements. This applies the Drive for Results competency., • Performs random organoleptic inspections of inbound goods to assure the quality, grade, and wholesomeness of the product., • Inspects all inbound deliveries for cleanliness and soundness of the transportation vehicle and the absence of cross contamination., • Monitors product temperatures by means of physical probing of goods and observation of time and temperature recording devices., • Verifies the weights and counts of received goods., • Examines all packaging for proper labeling and enforces all packaging and labeling requirements of the FDA, USDA, and USDC., • Monitors products in inventory and storage for quality and safety., • Performs daily sanitation inspections of all applicable facilities and warehouses., • Gathers and organizes all records and documentation to comply with all regulatory requirements., • Monitors all control points, critical control points, and quality control points for each of the food safety and food quality plans for the applicable perishable food facilities., • Monitors store returns to determine if credit is warranted and direct operations as to the disposition of the returned goods. Core Competencies • Communicate Effectively: Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two way communication., • Build Relationships: Creates cross functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships., • Stay Competitive: Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work., • Embrace Change: Looks for new ways of working by supporting advancements in processes and technology., • Develop You: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth., • Drive for Results: Supports divisional and strategic objectives through achievement of work goals. What we're looking for • Four year College degree preferred, or presently enrolled with a minimum of 60 credits, or a minimum of 3 years equivalent work related experience., • Knowledge of USDA, AMS Grade Standards and inspection procedures, impacting the Drive for Results competency., • Knowledge and understanding of FDA Preventive Controls for Human Food requirements, applying the Stay Competitive competency., • Understanding and ability to monitor Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures., • Must be able to maintain accurate records and reports., • Ability to interact well with Supervision as well as Affiliated Warehouse Associates, applying the Build Relationships competency., • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and vendor representatives., • Well-developed written and oral communication skills., • Skilled in WMS, Rapid, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel., • Flexibility with regards to work schedule including days of the week, shifts, holidays, and locations. (Hours/Shifts 12:00am-8:00am). How you'll work • Ability to perform heavy lifting (up to 70 lbs.)., • Ability to walk the length of the warehouse multiple times throughout the day (back and forth from the docks)., • Physical demands include the ability to bend, stretch, extend, tug and pull based on inspection of various products, • Ability to work in cold temperatures as low as 33 degrees. Company Perks • Vibrant Food Centric Culture, • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision package, • Competitive Salary and Paid Time Off, • Fitness Reimbursement and Well-Being Program, • Corporate Training and Development University, • Collaborative team environment, • Paid Parental Leave, • 401K, • Matching Gifts and Community Volunteer Involvement Compensation and Benefits The salary for this position is $61,984.00. Placement in the salary depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations. Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements. More information can be found on our Count Me In website.