Banquet Prep Cook

ADP, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance including dental and 视

Job summary

Best Western Royal Plaza in Marlborough, MA is seeking a prep cook to prepare ingredients and support the head chef during events. You will organize items, maintain a clean workstation, and ensure safety standards are met.

You will follow recipes, assist with banquet service, and help select quality ingredients while upholding sanitation and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Food safety knowledge and a valid food handler’s card.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• At least one year of food preparation experience.
• Storage techniques to prevent waste and spoilage.
• Positive attitude and teamwork to meet guest needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and ensure readiness for cooking during banquets.
• Assist the head chef by following instructions and contributing to the event's success.
• Organize and label food items, maintain a clean and orderly workstation.
• Adhere to food safety guidelines and maintain sanitary conditions.
• Familiarize yourself with kitchen equipment such as broilers, steamers, grills, and fryers.
• Taste and evaluate foods before serving to ensure quality standards.
• Select ideal food items for preparation based on appearance and quality.
• Follow established recipes and menu plans to prepare items.

Skills

Food Safety

Flexibility

Experience

Storage Techniques

Positive Attitude

Job description

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Best Western Royal Plaza, Marlborough, MA, US

• Food Preparation: As a prep cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing ingredients and ensuring they are ready for cooking during banquets.
• Assisting the Chef: You’ll work closely with the head chef following instructions and contributing to the overall success of the event.
• Organizing and Labeling: Part of your role involves organizing food items, labeling containers, and maintaining a clean and organized work station.
• Sanitation and Safety: You’ll adhere to food safety guidelines, maintain a sanitary environment, and handle perishable items appropriately.
• Equipment Proficiency: Familiarize yourself with kitchen equipment such as broilers, steamers, grills, and fryers.
• Taste Testing: Before serving, taste and evaluate foods to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Ingredient Selection: Visually inspect and select ideal food items for preparation.
• Following Recipes: Prepare food items according to established recipes and menu plans.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Food Safety: Hold a food handler’s card and understand safety regulations for handling food.
• Flexibility: Be available for various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Experience: Ideally, you should have at least one year of food preparation experience.
• Storage Techniques: Properly store dry goods and refrigerated items, preventing food waste.
• Positive Attitude: Create a positive environment while efficiently meeting customer needs.

We offer our eligible Associates a number of benefits to enhance their health and well-being:

• Group insurance including dental and vision
• Paid time off including vacation days, sick days and holidays
• Referral Bonus
• Hotel Discounts for You, Your Family & Your Friends