Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $18.00
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Training and development programs
flexible scheduling

Job Description

Our company is a dedicated food service organization committed to providing high-quality meals to diverse populations. We specialize in large-scale meal preparation and distribution, ensuring nutritional standards, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a well-established part of the food service and community support industry, we serve thousands of meals daily to various community members, including vulnerable populations. Our work environment is fast-paced, dynamic, and requires teamwork, attention to detail, and strict adherence to food safety and handling regulations. We embrace a collaborative culture where every team member contributes to our mission of delivering nutritious, well-prepared meals efficiently and safely.

The Prep Cook role is essential within our culinary team, responsible for preparing meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other related items under the guidance of senior culinary staff. This position demands a strong work ethic, precision, and a commitment to food safety standards. The Prep Cook assists with various tasks including unloading and inspection of raw ingredients, preparing and cooking menu items according to standardized recipes, maintaining cleanliness of the cooking area and equipment, and handling food and utensils in accordance with sanitary and safety regulations. This role requires physical stamina to manage long hours, endure temperature fluctuations, and perform manual tasks such as lifting, pushing, and bending throughout the shift. Additionally, the Prep Cook plays a supportive role in mission-related functions such as helping with food distributions, community gardens, and meal serving initiatives. The position offers an opportunity to be involved in various aspects of food service, contributing directly to community well-being and food security. This full-time position suits individuals who thrive in a structured, yet flexible setting where teamwork and safety are paramount. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-volume food preparation environments, excellent attention to detail, and capability to work effectively with a diverse group of people. Previous experience with safe food handling and the ability to follow detailed instructions will be critical for success in this role. Training and support will be provided to ensure proficiency in all duties. Overall, this role is vital for ensuring smooth kitchen operations and the timely delivery of nutritious meals to those who depend on our services.

Job Requirements

  • Knowledge of and experience in practicing proper safety standards in handling food and requisite equipment including knives and commercial equipment
  • must have solid math, reading, writing and analytical abilities and follow oral and written instructions
  • ability and willingness to work with populations of varying educational levels and backgrounds effectively
  • must be able to measure accurately, have sufficient dexterity to handle food and equipment efficiently and safely and be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds with minimal effort following required safety guidelines
  • must be able to tolerate sudden and extreme changes in temperatures and stand for at least 8 hours a day
  • must be able to climb on a ladder the distance of 5 feet to reach stored items and carry them to the floor
  • must be able to push, pull, and guide carts which weigh approximately 70-325 pounds on a tile surface
  • must bend or stoop frequently throughout the day and reach short distances into carts to retrieve trays
  • ability to work in hot or cold conditions for long periods of time
  • ability to tolerate sudden and extreme changes in temperature
  • ability to work with all food types, including but not limited to gluten, dairy, and raw proteins, including pork
  • must be able to twist and rotate 180 degrees during each day and follow DOH food service standards

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in practicing proper safety standards in handling food and kitchen equipment
  • solid math, reading, writing, and analytical abilities
  • ability to work effectively with diverse populations
  • capability to measure accurately and handle food and equipment safely
  • physical stamina to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
  • willingness to work in hot or cold conditions
  • knowledge of Department of Health food service standards
  • ability to twist and rotate 180 degrees regularly

Job Duties

  • Prepare, cook, and portion all menu items by following instructions on standardized recipes
  • assist with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies
  • check menus, prepare and cook items following standard recipes completing the cooking by serving time
  • check temperatures of food items and logs before serving
  • remove leftovers, cover, date, and store leftover food after the line is served
  • maintain the cooking area and equipment in a clean, sanitary, neat, and orderly manner
  • handle food, equipment, and utensils in accordance with sanitary and safety regulations

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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