Food Preparation Worker

HiPeople; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee discount on company products

Opportunities for advancement

Paid training

Job summary

ExampleCorp in Los Angeles is seeking a food preparation worker for its catering kitchen. You will assist chefs with prep, sauces, and plating, while keeping the kitchen clean and organized. This role supports large-scale catering operations and emphasizes accuracy and food safety.

The job includes hiring, training, and supervising new prep workers, plus benefits like paid time off, health/dental/vision, 401(k) with employer match, employee discounts, advancement opportunities, and paid training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience in food preparation or a related field.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions.
• Food safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Read food order slips or instructions and prepare/cook food accordingly.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients per recipes.
• Observe and test foods for doneness.
• Cook exact numbers of items for multiple orders.
• Set up and maintain workstations with ingredients and equipment.
• Clean food prep areas, surfaces, and utensils.
• Sweep and mop floors and clean walls in prep areas.
• Inform supervisors when equipment or ingredients are unavailable.
• Hire, train, and supervise new food prep workers.

Skills

Basic math and reading

Ability to follow recipes and instruk

Food safety certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Crafting the Perfect Job Description for Food Preparation Workers

Food Preparation Worker

Do you have experience preparing food for large groups? Are you passionate about making sure food is handled safely and correctly? We are looking for a food preparation worker to help us with our catering business. Based in ExampleCorp's kitchen in Los Angeles, you will be responsible for helping our chefs with food preparation, including cutting vegetables, making sauces, and plating meals. You will also be responsible for keeping the kitchen clean and organized. If you are a hard worker with a passion for food, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities

The following areas of focus will be central to your role in this position:

• Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously.
• Set up and maintain workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Sweep and mop floors, and clean walls and ceilings in food preparation areas and storage rooms. Prepare special meals or substitute items, and check to ensure that proper food temperatures are maintained and that food is served at the correct time.
• Inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly and when food items are not available.
• Hire, train, and supervise new food preparation workers.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following attributes:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of one year of experience in food preparation or a related field
• Basic math and reading skills
• Ability to follow recipes and instruction
• Food safety certification

If you are excited about this field and feel like you could thrive on our team, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement listed.

As a valued member of our team, you will have access to the following benefits:

• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee discount on company products
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid training

About ExampleCorp

ExampleCorp is a dynamic and innovative company that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence. We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth. Our diverse team is made up of talented and passionate individuals who drive results and make a positive impact.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.