Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
weekly pay
401k with match
Employee Meal
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee assistance program
Medical
prescription
Dental
Vision
uniforms
safety shoes
Learning and advancement opportunities
Job Description
American Dining Creations is a prominent division of American Food & Vending, recognized as one of the largest privately held hospitality service partners in the United States. With a commitment to excellence in dining, this company specializes in providing tailored food service solutions to a variety of corporate and educational clients nationwide. American Dining Creations prides itself on blending the strength of a national program with the innovation and flexibility of an industry leader, ensuring that every dining experience they offer is unique and of the highest quality. Their culinary philosophy, known as the Fresh Difference, emphasizes fresh, high-quality ingredients and creative menu options designed to satisfy diverse tastes and dietary needs.
Operating with a vast network, American Dining Creations serves hundreds of thousands of guests daily and employs over 2,000 staff across the country. Their services encompass a wide range of dining options, including full café dining, mobile ordering systems, catering for events, and a popular grab-and-go program called My Fresh Market. By combining superior culinary offerings with outstanding management practices, they deliver exceptional service and operational standards that meet the unique demands of each client while maintaining flexibility and responsiveness.
The role of a Prep Cook at American Dining Creations is essential to the smooth operation of their kitchen and the overall guest experience. This position is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, and offers varying pay depending on the location. As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for preparing meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other related items necessary for daily production. This position acts as a reliable resource within the culinary team, often serving as the 'go to' person to ensure that all food preparation standards are met, contributing to an optimal dining experience for guests.
Your duties will include preparing cooking ingredients such as washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and mixing condiments, dressings, and sauces. Basic cooking tasks like reducing sauces and parboiling food will also be part of your responsibilities. Maintaining proper food storage, adhering to state and local sanitation and safety regulations, restocking supplies, assisting with inventory, and ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen are critical components of the role. The environment is fast-paced and high-volume, requiring efficiency, organization, and excellent communication skills. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, walking, climbing stairs, and standing for scheduled shifts.
American Dining Creations offers compelling benefits, including weekly pay, 401K with a matching program, delicious employee meals and beverages during shifts, an employee referral bonus program, and access to an employee assistance program. Eligible employees may receive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, along with uniforms and safety shoes. They also provide opportunities for learning and advancement, with some positions offering flexible hours and shifts. By joining American Dining Creations, you become part of a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional hospitality and outstanding dining experiences nationwide.
Operating with a vast network, American Dining Creations serves hundreds of thousands of guests daily and employs over 2,000 staff across the country. Their services encompass a wide range of dining options, including full café dining, mobile ordering systems, catering for events, and a popular grab-and-go program called My Fresh Market. By combining superior culinary offerings with outstanding management practices, they deliver exceptional service and operational standards that meet the unique demands of each client while maintaining flexibility and responsiveness.
The role of a Prep Cook at American Dining Creations is essential to the smooth operation of their kitchen and the overall guest experience. This position is located in Indianapolis, Indiana, and offers varying pay depending on the location. As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for preparing meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other related items necessary for daily production. This position acts as a reliable resource within the culinary team, often serving as the 'go to' person to ensure that all food preparation standards are met, contributing to an optimal dining experience for guests.
Your duties will include preparing cooking ingredients such as washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and mixing condiments, dressings, and sauces. Basic cooking tasks like reducing sauces and parboiling food will also be part of your responsibilities. Maintaining proper food storage, adhering to state and local sanitation and safety regulations, restocking supplies, assisting with inventory, and ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen are critical components of the role. The environment is fast-paced and high-volume, requiring efficiency, organization, and excellent communication skills. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, walking, climbing stairs, and standing for scheduled shifts.
American Dining Creations offers compelling benefits, including weekly pay, 401K with a matching program, delicious employee meals and beverages during shifts, an employee referral bonus program, and access to an employee assistance program. Eligible employees may receive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, along with uniforms and safety shoes. They also provide opportunities for learning and advancement, with some positions offering flexible hours and shifts. By joining American Dining Creations, you become part of a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional hospitality and outstanding dining experiences nationwide.
Job Requirements
- lifting 50lbs, bending, walking, climbing stairs, and standing for scheduled shifts
Job Qualifications
- previous experience in a related role
- understanding of proper food handling, preparation, and cooking procedures
- understanding of sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
- basic knife skills
- ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-quality environment
- self-motivated achiever, eager to learn and interested in taking on additional roles and responsibilities
- must be dedicated to excellence in hospitality and have a desire to offer a great dining experience
- ability to cross train and cross utilize skills
- safety and detail oriented
Job Duties
- follow standards to prepare meal ingredients and simple dishes as directed by management or other staff
- prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep
- mix or prepare condiments, dressings, and sauces
- undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces and parboiling food
- store foods in designated areas following standard wrapping, dating, food safety, and rotation procedures
- adhere to all state and local food production, safety, and sanitation regulations
- keep supplies replenished, restock coolers, and take inventory as directed
- assist with unloading, inspection, and proper storage of raw ingredients and supplies
- maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash
- listen well and communicate in a professional and friendly manner
- be efficient and organized
- may be assigned other duties and responsibilities as needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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