Company
Pretty Cool Ice Cream
Location
Chicago, IL
Job type
Full-time
Salary
20–22 an hour
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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
Q
What is the typical hourly wage range for entry-level packing jobs in the US in 2026?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, hand packers and packagers earn a median hourly wage of $18.50 in 2026, with the 10th percentile at $13.50 per hour and the 90th percentile at $24.00 per hour. Annual median earnings are $38,480 based on full-time work. Entry-level positions in warehouses start at $15.00 per hour on average.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Q
What is the federal minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for nonexempt packing jobs as of 2026, unchanged since July 24, 2009. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week. States like New York require $15.00 to $18.00 per hour depending on region.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division
Q
What visa do international workers need for packing jobs in the US in 2026?
International workers need an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural packing jobs, with a FY2026 cap of 130,716 visas including supplements (66,358 for first half, 64,358 for second half). Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL and file Form I-129 with USCIS at least 75 days before start date. H-2B status is valid up to 12 months.
Source: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Q
What are the eligibility requirements for packing jobs with no experience in the US?
No formal education beyond 9th grade is required, and high school diploma is preferred but not mandatory for hand packing roles. Short-term on-the-job training lasts less than 1 month with no prior experience needed for 75% of positions. Physical ability to lift 50 pounds is typically required.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
