Company
Pretty Cool Ice Cream
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Full-time
Salary
20–22 an hour
Via
Culinary Agents
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Job description
Pretty Cool Ice Cream is hiring a Team Lead for our packing department. Our packing team members help package product, keep inventory and pick product for catering, wholesale and event orders. Our packers work Tues-Sat 11am-7pm with the possibility of occasional Sunday shifts. Packers must be comfortable standing for 8 hour shifts, performing repetitive movement and lifting at least 50lbs. Experience with belt sealers a plus but not required.
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
leads team in packaging product quickly and efficiently using inventory
board and upcoming orders to decide packing order.
leads team in setting aside wholesale, events and catering orders
Responsible for weekly walk-in inventory. Maintains and updates inventory
throughout the week and notifies kitchen management of any inventory discrepancies.
Keeps walk-in clean and organized, keeping in mind easy access for front of house
employees, order of upcoming events, flow of inventory through the shop and
following proper “First In First Out” procedure.
Informs front of house when product comes back in stock or new products are ready
to be put on the menu.
Maintains allergen policy, ensuring that all guests are safe to consume our products
as they are outlined in the allergen and restricted diet protocol.
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
leads team in packaging product quickly and efficiently using inventory
board and upcoming orders to decide packing order.
leads team in setting aside wholesale, events and catering orders
Responsible for weekly walk-in inventory. Maintains and updates inventory
throughout the week and notifies kitchen management of any inventory discrepancies.
Keeps walk-in clean and organized, keeping in mind easy access for front of house
employees, order of upcoming events, flow of inventory through the shop and
following proper “First In First Out” procedure.
Informs front of house when product comes back in stock or new products are ready
to be put on the menu.
Maintains allergen policy, ensuring that all guests are safe to consume our products
as they are outlined in the allergen and restricted diet protocol.
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Quick answers about Packing Jobs in United States
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What is the federal minimum wage for entry-level packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for packing jobs classified as non-exempt under the FLSA remains $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. State minimums are higher in 30 states, such as $16.50 per hour in California.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
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What visa is required for international workers to take packing jobs in the US in 2026?
Foreign nationals need an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural packing jobs, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026. Employers must file Form I-129 and obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL showing no U.S. workers available. Processing time is 60-90 days, with supplemental caps up to 64,000 additional visas possible.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
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Do I need education or experience to qualify for packing jobs in the US?
No formal education beyond less than high school is required for 30% of Packers and Packagers, Hand positions, per O*NET data. Entry-level roles demand no prior experience, with short-term on-the-job training averaging 30 days. Employers prioritize physical stamina to handle 25-50 lb lifts repeatedly.
Source: O*NET OnLine (U.S. Department of Labor)
Q
What documents do I need to apply and start a packing job in the US?
Applicants must provide a Social Security card or number, photo ID, and complete Form I-9 for employment eligibility verification within 3 days of hire. A basic resume listing any manual labor history and proof of right-to-work are standard. Drug test and background check consents are required by 70% of warehouse employers.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor
