Cafeteria Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Fresh Meals

Essential Personnel, Inc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

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

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.