Prep Cook

Dnata; Brisbane (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) benefits

Health care (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Free meals during shift

Job summary

dnata Catering USA is seeking a Prep Cook to join our Inflight catering team. You will assist in preparing and organizing ingredients, following recipes and portion guidelines to ensure high-quality meals for airline clients.

The role requires strict adherence to food safety standards, attention to detail, and ability to manage inventory, rotation, and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility for different shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred with 3+ years in a high-volume food service; valid food handler's certificate or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Cut and portion different types of meat, cheese, fruits and vegetables according to specifications.
• Read and follow recipes and ensure correct proportions.
• Comply with HACCP/GMP and dnata catering sanitation and food handling policies.

Skills

Reliable

Quality-conscious

Safety awareness

Culinary knowledge

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Wastage monitoring

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Food handler's certificate

Job description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 7:00 AM

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900 flights, moves over 8,500 tons of cargo, books over 16,000 hotel stays, and uplifts over 320,000 meals.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and healthcare benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
• Complimentary Daily Meals: Enjoy FREE breakfast, lunch, and dinner during your shift

Our Mission:

• To be the word's most admired air and travel provider

Our Core Values:

• We Are Safe
• We Are Future Thinkers
• We Play To Win
• We Respect Everyone and Work As A Team

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Prep Cook at dnata Catering, you will play a vital role in our Inflight catering team, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of high-quality meals for airline clients. Your main responsibility will be to assist in the preparation and organization of ingredients, ensuring they are ready for cooking and assembly. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will follow recipes and portion guidelines to measure and prepare ingredients, such as vegetables, meats, and sauces, while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards. With a keen eye for detail, you will assist in the proper storage and rotation of ingredients, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste. As a Prep Cook, you will also contribute to the efficient operation of the kitchen by assisting with inventory management, stock rotation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Collaborating closely with the culinary team, you will support the production of high-quality meals by assisting in cooking, baking, and assembling dishes as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cuts and portions different types of meat according to specifications
• Cuts and portions different types of cheese according to specifications
• Cuts and portions different types of fruits and vegetables according to specifications
• Read and follow dnata Catering recipes correctly and provide correct proportions.
• Comply with all HACCP/GMP and dnata catering sanitation and proper food handling policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED preferred with 3+ years' experience in a high-volume food service. Valid food handler's certificate or equivalent
• A reliable, quality-conscious, safe worker.
• Culinary knowledge of terms, procedures, and practices.
• Flexibility to perform assigned tasks independently or as part of a team.
• HACCP knowledge.
• Excellent attention to detail and self-organized
• Ability to accurately monitor wastage.
• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
• Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays).

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we're proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we're committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer and professional development opportunities. We welcome everyone. Our employee resource groups are one of the many ways we champion diversity and inclusion at dnata. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout their employment without current or future sponsorship from dnata Catering USA.

Notice Regarding Background Checks (State Law Disclosures)

dnata Catering may obtain consumer reports and/or investigative consumer reports about applicants or employees for employment purposes, in accordance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (15 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.) and applicable state laws.

• California: Pursuant to the California Investigative Consumer Reporting Agencies Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 1786 et seq.), dnata Catering may obtain an investigative consumer report that may include information regarding your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living. You have the right to request a copy of any report obtained.
• New York: In accordance with Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law and the New York Human Rights Law, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and any employment decision based on criminal history will follow required legal standards and notice requirements.
• Massachusetts: Pursuant to the Massachusetts Consumer Reporting Act (M.G.L. c. 93, § 52 et seq.) and the Massachusetts CORI statute (M.G.L. c. 6, § 172), dnata Catering may obtain a consumer report or criminal offender record information for employment purposes, consistent with state law. Applicants may request a copy of any report obtained.
• New Jersey: In accordance with the New Jersey Opportunity to Compete Act (N.J.S.A. 34:6B-11 et seq.) and applicable consumer reporting laws, background checks will be conducted only as permitted by law, and applicants will receive required notices and rights regarding any consumer report obtained.
• Texas: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Texas law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained.
• Tennessee: Background checks may be conducted in accordance with applicable Tennessee law and the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Applicants will receive required disclosures and authorizations prior to any consumer report being obtained.