FT Prep Cook

Elior School Dining is a prominent division of Elior North America, specializing in providing exceptional dining experiences to public and charter schools across the nation. The company is dedicated to serving millions of meals that not only meet the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) guidelines but also consistently exceed customer expectations. Through its commitment to fresh food, student involvement, and collaborative efforts, Elior School Dining aims to foster school pride, encourage smart eating choices, and promote brighter futures for students with every meal served. Elior North America prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The company actively supports the development and growth of its employees at all levels, providing ample opportunities for career advancement within its corporate and brand segments.

The role of a Full-Time Prep Cook at the Bronx, New York location is an exciting opportunity to join an energetic and motivated kitchen team within Elior School Dining. This position requires an individual who is passionate about cooking and eager to work in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes quality, efficiency, and creativity. As a Prep Cook, you will be instrumental in preparing delicious meals that adhere to strict safety and quality standards while maintaining the smooth operation of the kitchen. This role is perfect for culinary professionals with at least one year of experience in high-volume, quality establishments focusing on scratch cooking. The position offers a competitive pay range of $17.50 to $18.00 per hour and provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, commuter benefits, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement for full-time employees.

You will engage in various cooking-related duties such as controlling portion sizes, preparing food with precision, creatively presenting dishes, maintaining cleanliness and order in the kitchen, and ensuring proper food storage practices. Adherence to safe food handling policies, procedures, and recipes is a critical part of this role. In addition to technical culinary skills, strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and proficiency in using kitchen equipment and tools are essential. Previous customer service experience is also required, highlighting the importance of a professional and friendly attitude when interacting with customers and colleagues alike. Holding a food handler's certification is considered an advantage, further strengthening your qualifications.

This Full-Time, onsite position offers an excellent platform for culinary professionals to grow within a supportive and thriving company culture. Elior North America is dedicated to fostering employee advancement and skill development, making this role a gateway to building a long-term career in food service and hospitality. If you are driven, enjoy working in a dynamic team environment, and want to contribute to a company that values quality and innovation in school dining, the Prep Cook position at Elior School Dining in Bronx, NY, could be the perfect fit for your next career move.