Prep Cook

Giant Eagle, Inc.

North Huntingdon Township (Westmoreland County)

On-site

USD 14,508 - 16,740

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A popular grocery store chain in North Huntingdon Township is seeking an Entry-level Prep Cook. The role involves preparing and seasoning food items, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining a clean workspace. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, some food prep experience, and be at least 18 years old. The position offers a competitive salary range of $1,300.00 to $1,500.00 per month.

Qualifications

0 to 6 months of experience required.
ServSafe certification is a plus.
At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

Prepare and season a variety of food items.
Support a culture of safety and integrity in all interactions.
Maintain a clean work area, utensils, and equipment.

Skills

Food Safety Awareness

Prior food prep experience

Culinary Awards

Culinary Degree

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

A Prep Cook's primary responsibility is to prepare and season a variety of food items, such as meats, vegetables, soup, and seafood, in accordance with prescribed recipes. They will also provide unparalleled service in our Kitchens, ensuring that all customer requirements are met.

Job Description

Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
Experience Desired: Food Safety Awareness; prior food prep experience helpful; Culinary Awards or accreditation; Culinary Degree
Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
Certification or Licensing Required: ServSafe certification a plus.
Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

Actively support a culture of safety which includes, but is not limited to, food safety, Team Member safety and customer safety.
Conduct business, at all times, with a clear understanding that customer service is a significant point of difference for our Company. Every interaction, whether with an internal or external customer, is to be conducted with the highest degree of integrity and with an understanding that the end result is to deliver service in an unparalleled manner.
Actively participate in, and promote, an environment which embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for Team Members, Customers, Vendors, and the Community.
Complete opening and closing checklists.
Receive food ingredients and supplies from main kitchen and pantry as required for daily operations.
Review production schedule to determine food requirements, including variety and quantity of food for preparation and assemble supplies and equipment needed for daily cooking activities.
Use our Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products.
Slices, grinds and cooks meats and vegetables using a full range of cooking methods; testing of foods being cooked for quality.
Carves and displays meats, vegetables, fruits and salads, replenishes service lines as necessary.
Prepares food products for cook's production.
Completes production sheets and other records as required.
Maintains clean work area, utensils and equipment.
Accommodate individual customer requests with regard to special dietary needs.
Additional responsibilities as directed by management.
Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies, detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, or other unusual conditions.

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food. We’re one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company. It’s why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. Deep caring and solid family values are what makes us one of the top workplaces for jobs in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas. From our Warehouses to our grocery Stores and through our Corporate office, we are working together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces. We’re always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family. Come start a lasting career with us.

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