Kitchen Team Member (Prep Cook)

Paradies Lagardère; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradies Lagardère is hiring for a production-style kitchen role focused on fresh grab-and-go items for airport travelers. You will assist with prep, batching, labeling, and maintaining safety and quality standards in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include chopping, assembling ingredients, following safety protocols, and supporting meal service with attention to detail. Training is provided for motivated candidates with interest in culinary operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates
• Experience in food handling, food service, or restaurant environments is advantageous
• Familiarity with culinary techniques such as knife skills, meal preparation, and cooking methods is beneficial
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper sanitation practices is highly valued
• Exposure to catering or large-scale meal preparation environments can enhance your application
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation tasks, including chopping, slicing, mixing, and assembling ingredients according to established recipes and menu specifications
• Support cooking activities by following safety protocols and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area
• Handle food with care, ensuring proper storage, handling, and sanitation practices to meet food safety standards
• Participate in menu planning discussions and contribute ideas for new dishes or improvements to existing offerings
• Serve food efficiently and courteously during meal service, ensuring timely delivery and presentation
• Maintain organized workstations, including cleaning utensils, equipment, and work surfaces regularly
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and uphold high standards of quality and safety

Job description

This is a production-style kitchen focused on preparing fresh grab-and-go food items for airport travelers. The role is centered around prep, batching, portioning, labeling, and maintaining food safety and quality standards — not traditional restaurant line cooking.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation tasks, including chopping, slicing, mixing, and assembling ingredients according to established recipes and menu specifications
• Support cooking activities by following safety protocols and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area
• Handle food with care, ensuring proper storage, handling, and sanitation practices to meet food safety standards
• Participate in menu planning discussions and contribute ideas for new dishes or improvements to existing offerings
• Serve food efficiently and courteously during meal service, ensuring timely delivery and presentation
• Maintain organized workstations, including cleaning utensils, equipment, and work surfaces regularly
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and uphold high standards of quality and safety

Experience

• Previous experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates
• Experience in food handling, food service, or restaurant environments is advantageous
• Familiarity with culinary techniques such as knife skills, meal preparation, and cooking methods is beneficial
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper sanitation practices is highly valued
• Exposure to catering or large-scale meal preparation environments can enhance your application
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards

Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering delicious meals with care! This role offers a fantastic chance to grow your culinary expertise while contributing to a vibrant food service environment.