Prep Cook

ISS Facility Services - North America; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services - North America, in partnership with Guckenheimer, seeks a Prep Production Cook to prepare and cook soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts to required standards under the direction of the Cook or Chef. You will also serve customers during meal periods, ensuring high quality and presentation.

Ideal candidates have ServSafe or City/State Food Handler certification, strong customer service, and the ability to work 6:00 am–2:30 pm, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• Must use standard kitchen equipment safely.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for food preparation.
• Ability to coordinate work with and follow the direction of the chef or cook.
• Must follow ServSafe and HACCP programs and principles.

Responsibilities

• Season and cook food according to recipes and experience
• Observe and test foods to ensure proper cooking and temperatures
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients using kitchen utensils and equipment
• Handle high-volume catering production with efficiency
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food for service
• Regulate oven, broiler, grill, and roaster temperatures

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Dependable

Effective communication

Education

ServSafe certification or City/State Food Handler Card

Tools

Chefs' knives

Convection ovens

Rotating rack ovens

Meat & cheese slicers

Steamers

Mandolins

Grills

Broilers

Job description

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 as under the direction of the Cook, or Chef, and well as serving customers during meal periods.

Hourly Wage

ISS Guckenheimer 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 $22.00 per hour - $23.00 per hour.

Work Hours

The work hours for this position are approximately 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Mon-Fri.

Success Criteria

• Passion for customer service
• Positive attitude
• Dependable
• Ability to communicate effectively

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Must be able to use standard kitchen equipment correctly and safely. Chefs' knives; Convection ovens; Rotating rack ovens; Meat and cheese slicing machines, steamers, mandolins, grills, and broilers
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for food preparation
• Ability to coordinate work with and follow the direction of the chef or cook
• Use of food cost control methods
• Possess ServSafe certification or City/State Food Handler Card

Key Accountabilities

• Season and cook food according to recipes and experience
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, taking temperatures. Adjust seasoning to customer tastes
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• High volume catering production experience a plus
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to patrons
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods
• Cash handling/Cashier experience a plus
• Follow all safety rules and actively prevent accidents
• Commitment to the service values and ethics of the client company
• Must comply with all ServSafe and HACCP programs and principles
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Must follow all safety rules and actively prevent accidents

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet, excluding breaks
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25lbs
• Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code
• Employees must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods
• The job requires delivery of hot and cold food to campus sites using carts and vans

HSEQ Compliance

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies: ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer property, and ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting the ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department.

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