Kitchen Prep Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Gelati Celesti has been crafting premium, handcrafted ice cream loved across Hampton Roads and Richmond, Virginia. We're a team that takes our product seriously and has a lot of fun making it. If you've got a passion for food quality, a love of teamwork, and a desire to be part of something genuinely delicious, we'd love to meet you.

THE ROLE

As a Production Prep team member at our Richmond location, you'll be right in the heart of where the magic happens. You'll work alongside a dedicated kitchen team to prepare ingredients, support batch production, maintain food safety standards, and help deliver the consistent, high-quality product that our retail locations and our customers count on every day.

This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position that's perfect for someone who takes pride in their work and thrives in a fast-paced, team-first environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Day-to-Day Production

• Prepare and measure ingredients for ice cream production following established recipes

• Support batch production to meet daily output goals

• Operate production equipment (mixers, batch freezers) safely after training

• Package and label finished product accurately

• Food Safety & Sanitation

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitation-compliant workspace at all times

• Follow all food safety protocols including allergen awareness and temperature monitoring

• Complete required equipment and surface cleaning tasks at the start and end of each shift

Inventory & Quality

• Receive, inspect, and properly store incoming ingredients using FIFO practices

• Conduct quality checks on product appearance, texture, and consistency

• Flag inventory shortages or quality concerns to your supervisor promptly

• Team Collaboration

• Work closely with kitchen teammates to keep production running smoothly

• Communicate proactively with the Production managment about progress and needs

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude and support a culture of care and accountability

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• This is a full time position Monday-Friday with shifts starting at 7:00 am

• At least 6 months of experience in a food production, commercial kitchen, or food service setting

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and consistency

• Ability to follow recipes, written procedures, and food safety guidelines

• Reliable attendance and ability to work a consistent full-time schedule

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

• Ability to work in a freezer and other cold environments

Bonus points for:

Experience in a food manufacturing or production kitchen environment

ServSafe certification or equivalent (or willingness to get certified)

Familiarity with batch production, ingredient scaling, or commercial equipment