Di Bruno - Catering Prep Cook

Ocean State Job Lot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team dedicated to providing extraordinary food experiences! This role involves preparing high-quality food items in a fast-paced catering environment, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish. You will thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values culinary excellence and teamwork. If you have a love for food, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work under pressure, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine and make a difference in the culinary world. Embrace the chance to grow and inspire others with your culinary skills in this vibrant workplace!

Qualifications

• Experience in a high volume food prep position, preferably in catering.
• Culinary knife skills and a willingness to learn about the menu.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items accurately using standardized recipes.
• Maintain a clean work station and follow health guidelines.
• Communicate effectively and work as a team.

Skills

Culinary knife skills

High volume food preparation

Multi-tasking

Understanding of catering operations

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Positive attitude

Job description

Our Core Values, mission, & vision guide us in all we do. We are a group of food-loving shopkeepers & storytellers, sharing our passion and knowledge of incredible products from around the corner and around the world. Our goal is for every employee who works for us to feel confident as to why we are here, united in the direction we are headed, and excited to inspire our customers with extraordinary food experiences. Our associates are the most important part of our business, driving every customer experience and delivering on The Di Bruno Bros. Guarantee.

For over 80 years Di Bruno Bros. has offered nothing but the highest quality products, made with integrity and infused with the story of the people who made them. It’s a story of discovery, of two brothers, aunts and uncles, of Culinary Pioneers and Philadelphians. And it is that dinner table mentality that has enabled Di Bruno Bros. to not only endure for so long, but also to grow and prosper both locally and nationally. And we’re just getting started.

Job Duties

• 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.

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 the pressure of a busy catering kitchen.
• Ability to read, write and count to accurately complete all documentation.
• Understanding of catering operations and production & 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.

OUR CORE VALUES

We attribute much of our success to our Core Values — both as a company and as individuals. Di Bruno Bros. is committed to hiring individuals who demonstrate our four Core Values - In Stock, In Spirit, In Service, & Inspire! Owners and associates alike are committed to culinary pioneering, exceeding expectations, serving others before themselves, thinking like an owner, and ensuring that Di Bruno Bros. continues to be a meaningful company.

Di Bruno Bros. is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace that is free from any form of discrimination and harassment. We actively encourage individuals from equity-deserving communities to apply for our available positions. We appreciate the interest of all applicants and wish to ensure that all candidates have an equitable opportunity. If you require any accommodations during the interview process, please inform us. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us by emailing [e-mail] or calling 267-573-9811.