Creative Foods

CAREERS

The excellence of our service
starts with the excellence of our team.

The Creative Food Ingredients (CFI) team is a market leader in the supply of baked ingredients to the food industry. Not only are we a commercial bakery, we also offer private label, custom manufacturing services as well as research and development from product concepts to commercialization. Being on our team means your loyalty will be recognized with opportunities to grow your career as part of our dependable organization.

Your Baked Ingredient Specialists

At CFI, our business has thrived as a result of what we stand for. Our team believes in the guiding principles that make our company an excellent place to work while providing outstanding service to our customers.

We Are Supportive

At CFI, our team is supportive and committed. Our people are loyal to the organization, and more importantly, to each other. Together, we thrive and grow as a team.

We Innovate

No one has more insight into improving the way we work than our people. At CFI, we are innovators – regardless of the role on the team. Through communication and a dedication to process improvement, we work together to remain the best at what we do.

We Are Proud

At CFI, we take pride in the work that we do. As a team, we're all accountable for excellence and consistency – understanding that there is no substitute for hard work and dedication. We all make mistakes, but we own them and use our experiences as a chance to learn and act with integrity, ensuring our final product is never compromised.

The CFI Commitment

When you join our team at CFI, you will be supported. We are loyal to our team and we are committed to creating lasting partnerships, while investing in your future.

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We Invest in Your Future

With opportunities for internal advancement and an environment focused on teamwork and compassion, working with us is not only a chance to grow your career, but also to foster a lasting partnership with us.

  • Culture of Teamwork and Compassion CONTRACT

    At CFI we are dedicated to our employees – we have your back. We pride ourselves on creating a culture of fulfillment where you can grow your career.

  • Grow With Us EXPAND

    Your dedication is invaluable to us and acts as the foundation of our business. We recognize hardworking, loyal employees by providing opportunities for development and career advancement within our organization.

  • Internal Mobility EXPAND

    We focus on hiring the right team members and preparing them for internal opportunities and promotions. When a leadership opportunity presents itself, we first look at promoting from within.

  • Prominent Leadership EXPAND

    Our managers are on the floor with our employees daily, assisting in the day to day operations, and dedicating themselves to our team-oriented culture.

  • Inclusion EXPAND

    We have three generations under one roof, collaborating to meet the standard of excellence we have set for our customers. It works because we are a team.

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You Will Do Work That Matters

At CFI your voice is heard, working with us you will have the opportunity to shape the way we work and help improve our business. We recognize your loyalty and you will feel accomplished knowing how important your dedication is to the success of our business.

  • Excellence at Every Level CONTRACT

    We are all accountable for the finished product, making every aspect of the production process as important as the next. No matter your role, your work is essential to the success of our business and your dedication will always make an impact.

  • Share Your Ideas EXPAND

    There is always room for innovation in our business. We want to hear your feedback! At CFI, you will have the opportunity to shape how we work and improve our business.

  • Be Accomplished EXPAND

    We understand that each of our employees is an expert at something. We align our team members with responsibilities that will give them a sense of accomplishment from their work.

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You Will Be Taken Care Of, Because We Are Committed To You

We strive to build lasting partnerships with our employees where they feel secure and satisfied in their careers. At CFI, we offer competitive wages and excellent benefits, as well as covering uniform and equipment costs and promoting employee appreciation initiatives.

  • Competitive Wages CONTRACT

    We offer competitive wages to attract top talent allowing us to build long-lasting partnerships, and that starts with the security and well-being of our employees.

  • Benefits EXPAND

    We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, paid vacations, personal days and 401k with company match. We also provide company paid uniforms, work boots and additional safety equipment.

  • Appreciating Our Employees EXPAND

    We take the time to recognize our employees with appreciation events including birthdays, anniversaries, luncheons, and holiday events.

Take pride in your service and ours:CFI Values Your Military Service

At CFI we work with veterans because we understand the value that military experience brings to our organization. We are proud to employ veterans as part of our team, utilizing the selfless service and dedication they have exhibited in the military to take our company further. Here, you will be challenged in a culture that values teamwork, creates opportunities for your growth, and listens to your ideas. You can take pride in our service, just like we do in yours.

Meet Our Team

I’ve been with CFI since the beginning, and one thing I’ve always noticed is that they’re really good at making sure we’re taken care of. They're always trying to do things for us to make us feel appreciated.

Laurie

Laurie

Machine Operator

35 years of service

Laurie

Machine Operator

35 years of service

I’ve been with CFI since the beginning, and one thing I’ve always noticed is that they’re really good at making sure we’re taken care of. They're always trying to do things for us to make us feel appreciated.

If you're willing to put in the effort, they’re eager to teach you. At CFI, they’re good at identifying people with strong work ethic and promoting within the company.

Kim

Kim

Flat Bread Lead

19 years of service

Kim

Flat Bread Lead

19 years of service

If you're willing to put in the effort, they’re eager to teach you. At CFI, they’re good at identifying people with strong work ethic and promoting within the company.

I started in sanitation over 20 years ago, and have continued to be promoted. Our company is growing with an expansion to our facility which is creating even more opportunities for us. I’ve always felt appreciated and secure here at CFI.

Ken

Ken

Mix End Lead

22 years of service

Ken

Mix End Lead

22 years of service

I started in sanitation over 20 years ago, and have continued to be promoted. Our company is growing with an expansion to our facility which is creating even more opportunities for us. I’ve always felt appreciated and secure here at CFI.

I love the people and the atmosphere here; it’s a family-oriented environment. I care about my work, because what I do matters. There’s a sense of pride and I feel respected and valued.

Jonathan

Jonathan

Superintendent of Maintenance

9 years of service

Jonathan

Superintendent of Maintenance

9 years of service

I love the people and the atmosphere here; it’s a family-oriented environment. I care about my work, because what I do matters. There’s a sense of pride and I feel respected and valued.

If you’re not great at something they don’t just cut ties with you. I’ve seen people move through 3 different departments before they’ve found their niche. Not everyone is good at everything, but they help you find where you fit.

Matthew

Matthew

Warehouse Lead

8 years of service

Matthew

Warehouse Lead

8 years of service

If you’re not great at something they don’t just cut ties with you. I’ve seen people move through 3 different departments before they’ve found their niche. Not everyone is good at everything, but they help you find where you fit.

My family has worked at CFI for years. The people are friendly and always willing to help you out if you need it. I’ve developed some great friendships here.

Korine

Korine

Administrator of Customer Support & Sales

3 years of service

Korine

Administrator of Customer Support & Sales

3 years of service

My family has worked at CFI for years. The people are friendly and always willing to help you out if you need it. I’ve developed some great friendships here.

The managers at CFI care to build a relationship with you. They try to figure out what works best for us, whether it’s being flexible, if you have kids or helping you find a position you’re good at.

Natasha

Natasha

Quality Assurance Technician

2 years of service

Natasha

Quality Assurance Technician

2 years of service

The managers at CFI care to build a relationship with you. They try to figure out what works best for us, whether it’s being flexible, if you have kids or helping you find a position you’re good at.

I love my job because every day is a new challenge. I know I can bring ideas to my supervisor and he not only listens to them, but he helps me bring them to life.

Samantha

Samantha

Wrap End Lead

1 year of service

Samantha

Wrap End Lead

1 year of service

I love my job because every day is a new challenge. I know I can bring ideas to my supervisor and he not only listens to them, but he helps me bring them to life.

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Perry, NY

1 Lincoln Avenue
Perry, NY 14530

Perry, NY

1 Lincoln Avenue
Perry, NY 14530

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