High-Volume Cook & Prep Specialist

Chartwells Higher Education; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is hiring a Cook to join our campus kitchen team. You will prepare and cook food to established standards, set up mise en place for high-volume service, and maintain cleanliness and food safety across the kitchen.

The role requires proven cooking experience, a food safety certification, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Competitive scheduling and benefits are offered where applicable.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in a professional kitchen.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Excellent understanding of cooking methods and ingredients.
• Able to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to standards.
• Set up mise en place for high-volume production.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment after use.
• Label, date, store and rotate products.
• Communicate with operations and report issues to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety

Team player

Communication

Education

Culinary certificate

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education is hiring a Cook to join our campus kitchen team. You will prepare and cook food to established standards, set up mise en place for high-volume service, and maintain cleanliness and food safety across the kitchen.

The role requires proven cooking experience, a food safety certification, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Competitive scheduling and benefits are offered where applicable.