Prep Cook

PeopleReady; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleReady in Hamburg, PA is hiring a Prep Cook for the 1st shift. The role involves preparing and cooking food to recipes, testing for proper doneness, and maintaining proper storage temperatures. Training for ServSafe or food handler certification may be provided.

Background checks and a drug test are required. Applicants must be at least 18 and able to work all kitchen areas; benefits and branch support are available through PeopleReady.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing and cooking food according to recipes.
• Good knife skills and knowledge of food preparation.
• Possess a valid food handler's card or ServSafe certification; training may be provided.
• Background check and drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes.
• Test foods to ensure proper preparation and cooking.
• Store food at correct temperatures to maintain freshness.
• Utilize kitchen equipment to prepare meals.
• Keep work area clean and meet sanitation standards.

Skills

Prep cooking experience

Knife skills

Food handler's card

ServSafe certification

Job description

Prep Cook

PeopleReady of Reading, PA is now hiring Prep Cooks in Hamburg, PA!

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Next-day pay for many of our open positions

• The choice of long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions for extra cash

• The convenience of applying for and accepting jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Text "READY" to 81555 to download JobStack and get started today

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $16.50 - $16.50 / hour*

What you'll be doing as a Prep Cook:

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes

• Test foods to determine if they are prepared and cooked correctly

• Store food at correct temperatures to ensure freshness

• Utilize blenders, cutlery, and ovens to prepare food

• Make sure area is clean and all quality and sanitation standards are met, including cold and hot storage

Available shifts:

Shift Timings: 1st Shift (Day)

Job requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady

• Prep cooking experience preferred

• Good knife skills and knowledge of food preparation

• Possess a valid food handler's card or ServSafe certification - our branch will help provide this training

• Able to work all areas of the kitchen

• Background check and Drug test required

Please contact our Reading, PA branch for more information

Branch #: 1752

Address: 3276 N. 5th Street Highway, Reading,PA, 19605

Email Address: [e-mail]

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PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.