Part-Time Prep Cook Days & Nights

Iowa Western Community College; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Iowa Western Community College is seeking a Part-Time Prep Cook to assist in food production and ensure safety and sanitation in the Galley. The role involves customer service, training staff, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have experience in food service and a high school diploma or GED. This position offers flexible daytime and nighttime hours.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in the food service industry.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods and ingredients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food production and maintain safety standards.
• Train part-time production staff when needed.
• Interact professionally with faculty and staff.

Skills

Customer Service

Safety and Sanitation

Food Production

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary Education

Job description

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The Prep Cook will assist in the production of all food items in the day-to-day operations of the Galley. The hours of operation are Monday through Friday, with daytime hours from 8:30am-2:00pm and nighttime hours from 2:00pm-7:30pm. Opportunity for higher pay depending on experience!

• Enforce policies and guidelines set forth by the food service department.
• Practice great customer service to ensure all food service guests have a memorable experience.
• Practice safety and sanitation according to the food service policies, Iowa health code, and local health department.
• Assist in training part-time production staff when needed.
• Produce daily menu and catering items.
• Responsible for the stocking, preparation, service, and clean-up of hot food production.
• Evaluate leftover food items and create quality products.
• Maintain equipment used as assigned by food service management.
• Record daily production pars to ensure proper quantities are prepared.
• Implement and maintain FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures.
• Ensure safety and sanitation in the production area.
• Interact professionally with Culinary Arts faculty, staff, and Daycare staff to foster positive working relationships.
• Attend industry-related workshops, conferences, and seminars as assigned by the Food Service Director.
• Report malfunctioning or broken equipment/small wares immediately to the Food Service Director or Executive Chef.
• Perform other duties as assigned by food service management.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and prompt attendance.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (post-secondary education preferred), two to five years of experience in the food service industry, knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures, and the ability to work professionally with students and campus guests. Candidates must pass a background check, be able to stand for extended periods, and lift 30-50 lbs.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Restaurants