Cook

Precedente Group; Caguas (PR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Precedente Group is seeking a Cook for a full-time, on-site role based in Caguas, Puerto Rico. The cook prepares and cooks menu items according to established recipes and standards, ensuring consistent quality, taste, and presentation.

Daily duties include food prep, organizing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment safely, maintaining clean, sanitized workstations, and supporting service during peak hours while upholding health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to operate and maintain kitchen tools and equipment safely.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment with strong time management.
• Team-oriented mindset with effective communication and precise recipe following.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards.
• Perform food prep and organize ingredients for service.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain clean, sanitary stations.
• Coordinate meal timing with the kitchen team and minimize waste.
• Support service during peak hours and uphold health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking techniques

Plating

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Role Description The Cook role at Precedente Group is a full-time, on-site position based in Caguas. The Cook prepares and cooks menu items according to established recipes and standards, ensuring consistent quality, taste, and presentation. Daily responsibilities include performing food prep, organizing ingredients, operating kitchen equipment safely, and maintaining clean and sanitized workstations in line with food safety regulations. The Cook collaborates with the kitchen team to coordinate meal timing, manage inventory, minimize waste, and support smooth service during peak hours. The role also involves following health and safety guidelines, adhering to company policies, and contributing to a respectful, efficient, and customer-focused kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating, with attention to consistency and quality.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, including proper storage, labeling, and handling of ingredients.
• Ability to operate and maintain kitchen tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Team-oriented mindset, effective communication skills, and the ability to follow instructions and recipes accurately.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift moderate weights, and work in varying kitchen conditions.
• Prior experience as a Cook or in a similar food service role preferred; culinary training or certification is a plus.
• Commitment to reliability, punctuality, and maintaining a professional, inclusive, and respectful workplace.