Culinary Prep & Service Specialist

Opaa! Food Management; Maquoketa (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a versatile kitchen team member to prepare breakfast or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and participate in occasional catering functions.

You will perform all positions within the kitchen and support daily operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include setting up serving lines, preparing foods per menus/recipes, operating slicers and mixers with proper certification, maintaining cleanliness, and following HACCP procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred; or up to one month related experience, training, or equivalent.
• Ability to read/understand instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple notes.
• Willingness to perform all kitchen tasks and adhere to food safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set-up of serving lines daily and maintain proper food temperatures.
• Prepare foods per menu plan and Opaa! recipes; plan ahead for next day menus.
• Operate slicers, mixers, grinders and other equipment with proper certification.
• Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized; maintain FIFO inventory practices.
• Clean kitchen and cafeteria areas, including equipment and dishes; monitor sanitation.
• Assist in bread/pastry prep and present items attractively to customers.
• Set up serving/bar lines; ensure correct portion sizes and hospitality.
• Handle cash register tasks and meal reconciliation as needed.
• Follow HACCP and safety procedures; maintain daily production records.

Skills

Food preparation

Safety awareness

Team player

Customer service

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dishwasher

Slicer

Mixer

Thermometers

Oven

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a versatile kitchen team member to prepare breakfast or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and participate in occasional catering functions.

You will perform all positions within the kitchen and support daily operations in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include setting up serving lines, preparing foods per menus/recipes, operating slicers and mixers with proper certification, maintaining cleanliness, and following HACCP procedures.