Cafeteria Cook

Essential Personnel, Inc.

West Des Moines (IA)

On-site

USD 17,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
Holiday bonus
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance

Job summary

Essential Personnel, Inc. in West Des Moines is seeking a Temporary Cook to prepare and present hot and cold items for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and catered events. You will work with a team to ensure quality and timely service while maintaining a clean work area.

The role requires culinary experience or a relevant certification, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, strong attention to detail, knowledge of food safety guidelines, and flexibility to work various shifts.

Qualifications

  • Culinary experience or relevant certification.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Flexibility to work various shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
  • Portion and plate food items.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Assist with inventory management and ordering supplies.
  • Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient meal service.

Skills

Culinary experience
Certification
Fast-paced
Attention to detail
Food safety knowledge
Shift flexibility

Job description

Are you passionate about cooking and creating delicious meals? Essential Personnel is seeking a Temporary Cook in the West Des Moines area. We are looking for a dedicated individual who can accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods, including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Special/Catered Events.Requirements for Cook:Culinary experience or relevant certificationAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detailKnowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelinesFlexibility to work various shiftsResponsibilities for Cook:Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standardsPortion and plate food itemsMaintain a clean and organized work areaAssist with inventory management and ordering suppliesFollow food safety and sanitation proceduresCollaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient meal serviceIf you are a team player with a passion for cooking, we want to hear from you! Join our team and showcase your culinary skills in a dynamic and rewarding environment.While Working for Essential Personnel:Weekly pay- direct depositHoliday Bonus paid to eligible employeesHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceDental Insurance#EssentialPersonnel #DesMoinesJobs #NowHiringOMIND
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