Prep Cook

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid leave

Job summary

ISS Guckenheimer is seeking a Prep Production Cook in Rancho Cordova, CA. You will prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts to standard recipes while assisting during busy meal periods.

You must handle standard kitchen equipment safely and collaborate with the kitchen team under the Cook or Chef. ServSafe or City/State Food Handler certification is required.

Qualifications

• Experience using professional kitchen equipment safely.
• Knowledge of food preparation and production processes.
• Ability to coordinate with chef and other cooks.
• ServSafe or City/State Food Handler certification.

Responsibilities

• Season and cook food according to recipes and experience.
• Observe and test foods for proper cooking temperatures and adjust seasonings.
• Measure and mix ingredients using appropriate utensils and equipment.
• Support high-volume catering production when needed.
• Portion, arrange, garnish, and serve food to patrons.
• Monitor oven and grill temperatures to ensure safety and quality.
• Assist other cooks during peak periods or emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Dependable

Effective communication

Education

ServSafe certification

Food Handler Card

Tools

Chefs' knives

Convection ovens

Rotating rack ovens

Meat slicers

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.

As a global organization ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and positively influence the market wherever we operate.