Caffe Macs Prep Cook

Apple Inc.; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is hiring a Prep Cook at our Elk Grove, CA location. The role prepares daily entrees, manages hot/cold/baked items, and follows established guidelines for safety, sanitation, and portion sizes to support line cooks and kitchen operations.

Requirements include 1.5 years of prep cook experience, a valid Food Handler's Card, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and to stand continuously while working, with proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• 1.5 years of corporate kitchen Prep Cook experience required.
• Have an approved Food Handler’s Card, kitchen knives and non-slip shoes prior to first day of work.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to spend 100% of the time standing with the occasional exposure to cold, heat and water.
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Understanding and ability to follow safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Ability to comprehend, read, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items for the execution of the line cooks including all hot, cold and baked products.
• Maintains proper food temperatures of foods during preparation and service; pre-preps food according to the menu.
• Notifies chef immediately when food and supplies are not available; maintains food production areas in a clean, neat and orderly manner; cleans assigned areas following cleaning procedures and schedules.
• Correctly follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines; understands standard portion sizes and cooking methods.
• Collaborates with co-workers; performs additional responsibilities as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Culinary knife skills

Food prep

Education

Food Handler's Card

Job description

Elk Grove, California, United States Corporate Functions

The people here at Apple don’t just create products - they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that supports the innovation that runs through everything we do. Joining the Caffè Macs team will give you the opportunity to craft inspiring meals that fuel the innovation within the company.The Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation of daily entrees/items, featuring daily changing menus with knowledge of culinary ingredients. Prepare ingredients and cook according to established guidelines, understand methods of cooking. Do you have knowledge of quantity food production, presentation, service and sanitation? We would love to talk with you about our Prep Cook positions!

Description

Prepares all food items for the execution of the line cooks including all hot, cold and baked products. Maintains proper food temperatures of foods during preparation and service; pre-preps food according to the menu; notifies chef immediately when food and supplies are not available; maintains food production areas in a clean, neat and orderly manner; cleans assigned areas following established cleaning procedures and schedules.Correctly follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines. Understands and follows standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen practices. Collaborates with co-workers. Performs additional responsibilities, as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1.5 years of corporate kitchen Prep Cook experience required
• Have an approved Food Handler’s Card, kitchen knives and non-slip shoes prior to first day of work
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds (pots, pans, etc.) on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly
• Ability to spend 100% of the time standing with the occasional exposure to cold, heat and water
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Understanding and ability to follow safety, sanitation and food handling procedures
• Ability to comprehend, read, and communicate in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of healthful, nutritional-based cuisine preferred
• Display a real passion for food and cooking and be self-motivated preferably with 2 years of cooking experience preferred in “from scratch” environments and/or culinary education. We can also train if you have the basics.
• Speaks clearly, listens attentively to staff, peers, supervisors, and guests. Clearly communicate with co-workers and managers through reading and writing.
• Maintain the highest standards of conduct and confidentiality
• Continually grows in knowledge by training in other areas in the kitchen. You can lead your own career here and find new challenges.
• Typically we look for talent with 1 Years of experience in customer service or high volume food service - preferably larger, innovative corporate programs, in house or 3rd party but may also be food & beverage experience in a full-service hotel, resort or multi-restaurant chain.
• You will work with and serve a versatile diverse workforce.
• Extraordinarily Service Oriented - show high level of customer service is positively mandatory ... We hire for attitude, train for skill.
• Dynamic and agile - highly organized, ability to switch between locations and job duties
• Things happen fast here. Bring your ability to multi-task in a high-volume experience and your love for working in a fast pace environment.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $23.00 and $29.86/hr, and most new hires start at $23.00. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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