Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.25 - $16.75
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and Development

Job Description

Our company is a well-established food service provider committed to delivering high-quality meals with exceptional service. We operate in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where customer satisfaction and food safety are top priorities. With a focus on teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement, we strive to create an engaging workplace that fosters growth and development for all our employees. Our Culinary team is dedicated to preparing wholesome, tasty, and visually appealing meals that meet established standards. The organization values integrity, innovation, and excellence, making us a top choice for food service careers in the region.

We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Prep Cook to join our kitchen staff. The Prep Cook plays a critical role in supporting our culinary operations by assisting in the preparation of various dishes according to recipe cards and standard operating procedures (SOPs). This position involves preparing salads, cutting pastries, setting up and serving on deli bars and hot lines, and maintaining proper sanitation standards throughout the kitchen and service areas. A successful candidate will possess a strong attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions precisely, and a passion for food preparation. This role also requires operating basic kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, microwaves, and refrigerators.

The Prep Cook will work closely under the direction of the Manager and culinary team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently, including procuring ingredients from the storeroom or refrigerator, preparing cold cut sandwiches, and replenishing items on both cold and hot lines. A core responsibility is to maintain cleanliness by following the 'Clean as You Go' method, sanitizing equipment such as juice machines and condiment bins, and ensuring the salad bar and deli standards are consistently met. This is an hourly position offering a competitive wage, with opportunities for advancement based on performance and dedication. Our company is committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment and values employees who demonstrate strong communication skills and teamwork. If you are enthusiastic about food preparation and enjoy working in a collaborative kitchen setting, this role offers an excellent opportunity to grow your culinary career with us.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • ability to follow established recipe cards and SOPs
  • experience operating kitchen equipment such as stove oven microwave and refrigerator
  • ability to prepare sandwiches salads and desserts
  • good communication skills
  • ability to maintain cleanliness using sanitation procedures
  • willingness to perform various kitchen duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills

Job Duties

  • Assist in preparing meals using established recipe cards ensuring all tasks are complete in accordance with SOPs
  • use standardized measuring cups spoons knives forks large kitchen utensils pots and pans
  • operate basic kitchen equipment stove oven microwave refrigerator etc
  • procure daily storage from storeroom or refrigerator as requested and prepare cold cut sandwiches
  • serve customers under the direction of the Manager for correct portions and menu combinations
  • prepare sandwiches salads desserts slicing pies and cakes
  • assist in setting up serving lines and salad bars
  • clean and sanitize condiment bins before replenishing after each meal
  • assure juice machine is cleaned sanitized and replenished as required
  • maintain sanitation standards by Clean as You Go method
  • perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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