Prep Cook

Guckenheimer; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Guckenheimer is seeking a Prep Cook to join their team in Chesterfield, Missouri. The role involves preparing and cooking a variety of foods to high standards, ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Full-time employees enjoy a range of benefits including medical and dental insurance, with a competitive hourly wage.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Comprehensive leave program

Qualifications

• Ability to use standard kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
• Knowledge of food materials and production processes.
• Experience with high-volume catering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, and vegetables.
• Follow recipes and adjust seasonings as needed.
• Assist other cooks during busy periods.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Dependability

Education

ServSafe certification or City/State Food Handler Card

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Job description

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Hourly Wage

Guckenheimer Enterprises, Inc, an ISS Company, offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The hourly pay range for this position is $17 per hour - $18 per hour.

Work Hours

The work hours for this position are Mon-Fri, 6:30 am - 2:30 pm.

Key Purpose

The Prep Production Cook is responsible for producing visually appealing and good tasting foods to Guckenheimer standards. You will prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other products under the direction of the Cook or Chef, and serve customers during meal periods.

Success Criteria

• Passion for customer service
• Positive attitude
• Dependable
• Effective communication skills

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Ability to use standard kitchen equipment safely and correctly, including knives, convection ovens, meat slicers, steamers, grills, etc.
• Knowledge of food materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for food preparation.
• Ability to coordinate work and follow directions from the chef or cook.
• Use of food cost control methods.
• ServSafe certification or City/State Food Handler Card.

Key Accountabilities

• Season and cook food according to recipes and experience.
• Test and observe foods to ensure proper cooking, adjusting seasonings as needed.
• Measure ingredients and prepare food using various utensils and equipment.
• Experience with high-volume catering is a plus.
• Portion, garnish, and serve food to patrons.
• Regulate oven, broiler, grill, and roaster temperatures.
• Assist other cooks during busy periods or emergencies.
• Follow all safety and food handling regulations, including ServSafe and HACCP standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work up to 8 hours on your feet, excluding breaks.
• Lift at least 25 lbs.
• Dress according to the dress code.
• Work under pressure during peak times.
• Deliver hot and cold foods using carts and vans.

HSEQ Compliance

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality policies, participate in training, and report hazards.

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Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Facilities Services