Campus Dining Cook | Fresh Prep, Team-Driven Service

Upper Crust Food Service; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a cook to join a busy kitchen environment. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and dress dishes for serving with a focus on consistent presentation and safety standards.

The role requires teamwork, reliable communication, and the ability to learn food handling techniques. Experience with bulk prep and a positive, proactive attitude is valued in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with diverse personalities and under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, prep, and cooking procedures.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations to prepare food and ingredients for cooking.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before serving.
• Apportion and serve food to clients.
• Enforce sanitation and food safety standards per state and local regulations.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Assist in planning and executing special events as directed by management.
• Help unload, inspect, and store raw ingredients and supplies.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Food handling knowledge

Industry best practices

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a cook to join a busy kitchen environment. You will set up stations, prepare ingredients, and dress dishes for serving with a focus on consistent presentation and safety standards.

The role requires teamwork, reliable communication, and the ability to learn food handling techniques. Experience with bulk prep and a positive, proactive attitude is valued in a fast-paced setting.