Who We Are: Founded in 1957, The Spice House is a purveyor of the finest spices, herbs, blends and extracts. Our customers range from renowned Michelin-star chefs to home cooks everywhere. For over 60 years we have curated our global network of premium growers and distributors in order to offer our customers unrivaled quality and selection. Our goal is to be the trusted resource for fresh flavors and shared culinary experiences in kitchens around the world. We have been featured in The New York Times, Food & Wine and Bon Appetit and named a favorite by celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Alton Brown and Jesse Tyler Ferguson. We have recently started to grow into the grocery sales channel and can now be found in stores like The Fresh Market, Mariano’s, and Fresh Thyme.

We are searching for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals for our Seasonal Food Production Associate position (April-July, with possibility to covert perm after the contract). We offer a strong team environment, fun atmosphere, and the potential for growth. While you will be trained on the specific requirements of the position, we are seeking candidates who are self-motivated and dependable, excited to learn, and have an interest in food and flavor.

Current openings are full-time positions from April-July, first shift (6AM-4:30PM), Monday to Thursday. Pay starts at $17/hour with the possibility to be hired permanently after the contract.

Responsibilities and Duties

Joining our Production Center team means you will be trained in a variety of areas of spice manufacturing including (but not limited to):

• Packaging spices & blends into bags & jars;
• Labeling bags & jars;
• Performing quality control checks;
• Conducting cycle counts and inventory moves using an electronic handheld device;
• Understanding of the day-to-day manufacturing warehouse operations regarding logistics, systems and processes in order to meet demand and maintain strict safety standards.

• You enjoy working on your feet in a fast-paced environment and you are able to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• You’re excited about beating goals and have a strong attention to detail.
• You are self-motivated and maintain a clean work environment at all times.
• You have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• You take initiative and are always looking to improve processes.
• You demonstrate a professional and positive demeanor in all situations.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• An enjoyment of food & flavor is a plus!

Why The Spice House:

• You can make a huge impact as a key member of an emerging brand that’s disrupting how consumers gain access to the freshest spices
• You will work with a group of passionate team members that are driven to help home cooks and professional chefs alike create delicious food with the highest quality ingredients
• You’ll join a company that is passionate about its people and their development, with opportunities for trainings and advancement

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Classification: Hourly, non-exempt

Essential Functions of the Job: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to read, count and write accurately. Must be able to climb ladders, work standing for extended periods of time and move items that can weigh up to 50 pounds. All employees in this position must be at their assigned stations at the start of their scheduled shift.

Company participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.