Catering Prep Cook: Fast-Paced, High-Quality Prep

Ocean State Job Lot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Di Bruno Bros. is seeking team members for its catering kitchen to support high-volume food preparation and orders. You will follow standardized recipes, assemble and fill orders, and maintain food quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring knife skills, flexibility in hours, and a strong work ethic, with a passion for food and customer service. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to company standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high volume food prep position, preferably in a catering environment.
• Culinary knife skills and experience.
• Availability to work varied hours/days as dictated by business.
• A willingness to learn about our brand and our menu.
• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure of a busy catering kitchen.
• Ability to read, write and count to accurately complete all documentation.
• Understanding of catering operations and prepared retail foods.
• You thrive in fast-paced environments.
• You are a passionate food & beverage lover with a positive attitude.
• You have a strong work ethic, are reliable, and enjoy working with people.
• You take pride in exceeding customer expectations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that each food item is prepared accurately using standardized prep lists and recipes to guarantee quality and consistency.
• Assemble, organize, prepare, and fill food orders according to company specifications and recipes.
• Prepare and fulfill orders of high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production kitchen departure times.
• Follow proper handling, preparation, and holding guidelines.
• Assist in maintaining foods in sufficient qualities while minimizing over-production and waste.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work station.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively and work as a team with management & peers.
• Utilize equipment, utensils and machinery according to health and safety guidelines.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

High-volume prep

Culinary knife skills

Team player

Flexible hours

Attention to detail

Ability to read/write/count

Catering operations knowledge

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Customer-focused

Job description

Di Bruno Bros. is seeking team members for its catering kitchen to support high-volume food preparation and orders. You will follow standardized recipes, assemble and fill orders, and maintain food quality and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates bring knife skills, flexibility in hours, and a strong work ethic, with a passion for food and customer service. The role emphasizes teamwork, accuracy, and adherence to company standards.