Prep Chef (On-Site - La Crosse, WI)

Dairyland Power Cooperative; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & disability benefits

Life insurance

Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans

Paid Time Off

Robust Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

So much more!

Job summary

Dairyland Power Cooperative is seeking a Cafe Associate to assist with day-to-day Riverside Café operations in La Crosse, WI. The role emphasizes effective teamwork, food safety, inventory control and guest service.

Responsibilities include menu planning with the Head Chef, ordering supplies, operating the POS system and ensuring cleanliness and safe food handling practices throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in cafe/food service preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory with Head Chef; monitor pricing and availability.
• Plan nutritionally balanced menus with Head Chef.
• Place and track cafe supply orders; manage stock and organization.
• Oversee coffee brewing and equipment maintenance.
• Prepare and maintain weekly menus and dressings.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Time management

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

POS familiarity

Education

Culinary arts education

Related food service/baking experience

WI ServSafe certification

La Crosse County Restaurant certification

Job description

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do? Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs. As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development.

Hiring Salary Range: $18.61 - $26.06 Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

PURPOSE: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Riverside Café by ensuring efficient workflow, maintaining high-quality standards, and contributing to the overall guest and employee experience. This position is considered safety sensitive and includes administrative, organizational, communication and operational tasks as well as responsibilities related to daily food production in the Riverside Café.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain food stock inventory in coordination with the Head Chef, monitoring item pricing and availability.
• Plan and execute nutritionally balanced menus in collaboration with the Head Chef.
• Assist with placing and ordering of café supply orders, coordinating pick-ups, organizing incoming stock and handling inventory management, including stocking the collaboration spaces, grab and go coolers, snack racks and beverage coolers.
• Oversee the brewing and delivery of coffee services ensuring proper maintenance of coffee equipment.
• Prepare and maintain the salad bar for lunch service, including creating weekly side salads and specialty dressings.
• Bake fresh items and develop new ideas for pastries, cookies, and other baked goods.
• Create, document and upload menus weekly, or as needed.
• Operate the point of sale (POS) system, including generating reports and basic troubleshooting.
• Proactively ensure the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and dining room areas.
• Clean kitchen work areas, coolers, sinks, floors, and dishwashing areas.
• Serve prepared meals, support catering events and prepare food and supplies for the following day’s service.
• Follow cafe procedures and Department of Health standards in all food service and preparation activities.
• Participate in required safety training and ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education & Experience: Related food service, baking or cafe experience preferred.
• Education & Experience: Education in a culinary arts field is also preferred.
• Skills: Baking skills and strong culinary skills.
• Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Skills: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Skills: Knowledge of food safety and health regulations.
• Skills: Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Licenses and Certifications: Meet and maintain WI ServSafe certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Licenses and Certifications: Ensure issuance of La Crosse County Restaurant certification.
• Licenses and Certifications: . Ensure issuance of La Crosse County Restaurant certification.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• Physical Demands: The employee frequently is required to stand for long periods of time; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; lift 25 lbs. frequently, 40 lbs. occasionally.
• Other Job Characteristics: Flexibility to work evenings as needed.
• Other Job Characteristics: Due to nature of role and work performed, position is expected to report in-office at our La Crosse, WI Administration Building and is not eligible for hybrid scheduling.

BENEFITS:

We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include:

• Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability)
• Life insurance
• Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Robust Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• So much more!

Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.

With headquarters in La Crosse, Wis., Dairyland is a generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale energy for 24 electric distribution cooperatives and 17 municipal utilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. At Dairyland, we know that happy employees are the backbone of any good organization. By offering an excellent compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, Dairyland helps ensure a quality business and premier workplace.