Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd. Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry At Fresh Start Foods you'll find qualified professionals that stand out with their experience and understand that customers are at the centre of everything we do. We are seeking individuals: Who are customer centric Who are able to deliver on their commitments Who value individual excellence and collective performance Who care and give back - sustainable agriculture, the environment, corporate citizenship Who go above and beyond to provide options for our customers Who understand the foodservice/hospitality/retail business and bring extensive knowledge and experience Join one of the BEST teams in the Industry Fresh Start Foods Canada Ltd was founded in 1993 to provide Foodservice Customers with a fresh alternative. An outstanding supply network, efficient distribution through our three regional locations, and our thoroughly modern processing plant are all part of our commitment to provide the freshest fruits and vegetables possible. Fresh Start Foods is currently hiring Full-Time (Permanent) Food Processing Team Members who are eager to work in a fast paced team oriented work environment at our Milton, Ontario location. Position: Full Time, Permanent Salary: $19/h - Weekly Pay Schedule: Sun-Friday, Saturdays off and one day off during the week Hours: 8am-5pm (Sunday are Mandatory) We Provide Our Team Members: Annual Profit Sharing Bonus Health Care Benefit Program RRSP Program - Company Match Up To 3% Employee Purchase Program Employee Family Assistance Program Opportunities for career advancement Employee Recognition Programs Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs) Training opportunities Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program Full-time hours Commitment to Safety Responsibilities: Support and work closely with the Sales Team to meet customers’ needs for new product development Prep and cook as needed to support testing and presentation needs for customers and at events Stay current with industry and culinary trends, with a view to sourcing and/or developing new products Design and maintain a cost analysis system to recognize and quantify development costs; create a system for budgeting new products profitability Coordinate internal item set up with all related departments Design and maintain an ongoing tracking system to measure new product sales and profitability Create and develop a system to review new products quarterly and systematically review items for SKU rationalization to support our strategic growth Successfully bring a determined amount of new products to market annually Innovative product development and seasonal item creation in line with our capabilities and capacities Performs other duties and project management and company related duties as required. Requirements: Strong culinary knowledge and skill; safe food handling practices; self motivated, creative and detail oriented Experience in the food service or retail industry, ideally with previous product development and project management experience Ability to develop creative food solutions Exceptional customer service skills Ability to communicate in writing and verbally; and skill in presentation creation, engagement and delivery Time management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects Strong business acumen and understanding of restaurant operations Proven ability to deliver results and facilitate a collaborative environment Familiarity with Quality Assurance and Food Safety standards in a Manufacturing environment This is an Existing Vacancy We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Fresh Start Foods is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to: For Jobs in British Columbia [email protected] For Jobs in Ontario [email protected] Use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. We Are Passionate About Produce Wholesale Fruits and Vegetable Suppliers From Coast To Coast Fresh Start Foods continues to be the leading value added and fresh produce supplier in Canada. Building on 25 years of growth and success, we understand the importance of satisfying the essential stakeholders in your business. We ensure that high quality and value is delivered from field to table. We understand the critical nature of fresh produce to your offering and work diligently to ensure you are able to exceed your customers expectations. With several well positioned locations in both Eastern and Western Canada, we are truly national and well positioned to deliver the freshest product possible. Fresh Start Foods has two additional companies within our food family, J.G. Fruits and Vegetables in Montreal distributes both whole and fresh cut fruit, vegetables and other related products. Our Eating New Creations facility in Mississauga focuses on meeting retail and food-service needs in the manufacturing and assembly of salad & meal kits, a variety of portioned salads, sandwiches, fruit cups and other portioned fresh and dry products.

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