Prep Cook

Sifted; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HDHP (100% company-paid)

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) after 6 months

PTO: 80 hours/year + winter break

Free lunch during meal service

Opportunities for larger roles

Job summary

Sifted is hiring a Prep Cook in South San Francisco to support busy client sites and on-site kitchen operations. You will heat up the kitchen, follow prep lists, and prepare ingredients for meals served to startups.

The role emphasizes teamwork with the executive chef and city manager, strong communication, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and free lunch during service.

Qualifications

• Must hold a ServSafe Food Handler card.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following daily prep lists.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings, and preparing cooking ingredients to be used in the cooking process.
• Maintaining clear communication with the executive chef and city manager at all times.
• Keeping station and work areas clean at all times.
• Taking ownership of whatever task is at hand.

Job description

About the Role

Sifted is hiring a Prep Cook who is willing to learn and grow with our company. We provide daily lunch for some of the hottest startups. We need a Prep Cook who can heat up the kitchen, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is responsive to the needs of our clients.

What you’ll be doing

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations;
• Following daily prep lists;
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings, and preparing cooking ingredients to be used in the cooking process.
• Maintaining clear communication with the executive chef and city manager at all times
• Keeping station and work areas clean at all times
• Taking ownership of whatever task is at hand

Our ideal candidate

• Has worked in previous kitchen roles such prep/dishwasher
• Has had experience with catering and event servicing
• Has excellent communication skills
• Has a working knowledge of diverse cooking methods, ingredients, and equipment
• Is experienced with Google applications (Gmail, Google Drive), Microsoft Office

Perks + benefits

• Compensation : $25 per hour
• Company-sponsored health insurance plans, including 100% company-paid HDHP, as well as vision + dental opt-in
• 401(k) program available after six months of employment
• 80 hours of PTO with each year of employment; paid winter break from Dec 24 - Jan 1
• Free lunch during meal service
• Opportunities to take on larger roles within our organization + learn with a fast-growing start-up

Job Type: Full Time

Shift: Weekdays

Weekly day range: Monday - Friday: 7am - 3pm

Eligibility : This position must maintain ServSafe Food Handler card (company-paid); must have a valid drivers license

Work environment : This is a position based both in a commercial kitchen and on-site in client offices

Physical requirements : This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, the ability to stand for long periods of time, and the ability to bend, squat, and reach

This job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of our employees make us better. We strongly encourage people of color, individuals with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary candidates to apply.

Employment at Sifted is considered at will, meaning that either the company or the employee may terminate this employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.

Offers of employment and continued employment at Sifted are contingent upon successful completion of trust + safety checks including a criminal history check, a motor vehicle record check (for positions that require driving), identity verification, food safety certification verification, and at least two reference checks.