Part-Time Prep Cook: Great Team, $18/hr

Monarch-Landing; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Discounted meals

Parking garage

Employee referral bonus program

Resident-run employee appreciation

Great team environment

Job summary

Monarch Landing in Naperville, IL is seeking a hospitality-focused, part-time Prep Cook to join our Community Culinary Services team. You will perform full-scope production cooking, ensure high quality and cleanliness, and support breakfast, lunch, and dinner service as needed.

The role requires at least 6 months of high-volume food prep experience, a ServSafe sanitation certificate within 90 days, and strong knife skills.

Qualifications

• Six months of high-volume food prep experience.
• ServSafe or equivalent sanitation certification within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Skill in proper knife handling techniques.
• Flu vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Set up station according to daily production needs.
• Prepare ingredients for meals including chopping fruits and vegetables, preparing meats, and measuring items.
• Label and store inventory.
• Assist in preparing food products for meals, catering, and special functions.
• Follow guidelines for handling, preparation, and holding; monitor temperatures and reduce waste.
• Follow kitchen sanitation and equipment cleaning schedules.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Monarch Landing in Naperville, IL is seeking a hospitality-focused, part-time Prep Cook to join our Community Culinary Services team. You will perform full-scope production cooking, ensure high quality and cleanliness, and support breakfast, lunch, and dinner service as needed.

The role requires at least 6 months of high-volume food prep experience, a ServSafe sanitation certificate within 90 days, and strong knife skills.