Prep Cook

Butler; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Plan

401K with Employer Match

Flexible Hours

Daily Team Lunch

Job summary

Butler's Pantry is seeking a Prep Cook who thrives in a team environment and is passionate about serving quality food. You will ensure recipes, prep lists, and presentations meet the high standards set by Butler's Pantry.

Responsibilities include timely prep, accurate portioning, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen while following company policies. A flexible schedule supports event-driven demands and long hours when needed.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience with a caterer or restaurant.
• Ability to chop, dice, measure, read prep lists, and follow instruction.
• Safe food handling and safety is a top priority.
• Professional appearance and conduct.
• Capable of executing and following recipes.
• Team player.
• Ability to handle a physically demanding role (standing for long periods, lifting heavy loads).
• Ability to work a flexible and sometimes non-traditional schedule based on event demands.
• Hepatitis A Vaccination required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at your station ready to work at scheduled time and in proper uniform.
• Complete prep lists in an efficient, timely manner.
• Use culinary knowledge in combination with company recipes when prepping or assisting with any other production step to ensure work is done efficiently and correctly.
• Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests.
• Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures and be a good example to fellow employees to do the same.
• Practice sanitation and food safety at all times.

Skills

Culinary exp

Prep list reading

Safe food handling

Professional appearance

Recipe execution

Team player

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Hepatitis A vaccine

ServSafe certified

Job description

Description

Creating Awesome Experiences

…it's why we get out of bed in the morning.

Kick-Ass Catering

…it's what we do, and what we've been doing for more than 50 years.

This is Butler's Pantry.

And we are looking for someone who lives to serve and knows that teamwork is the foundation of success to join our team as a Prep Cook.

Our Prep Cook ensures all recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet the specifications and commitment to quality set forth by Butler's Pantry.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

GET THE JOB DONE (The necessary stuff)

• Arrive at your station ready to work at scheduled time and in proper uniform
• Complete prep lists in an efficient, timely manner
• Use culinary knowledge in combination with company recipes when prepping or assisting with any other production step to ensure work is done efficiently and correctly
• Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures and be a good example to fellow employees to do the same
• Practice sanitation and food safety at all times

Additional Qualifications and Requirements

• Culinary experience with a caterer or restaurant
• Ability to chop, dice, measure, read prep lists, and follow instruction
• Safe food handling and safety is a top priority
• Professional appearance and conduct
• Capable of executing and following recipes
• Team player
• Ability to handle a physically demanding role (standing for long periods, lifting heavy loads)
• Ability to work a flexible and sometimes non-traditional schedule based on event demands
• Hepatitis A Vaccination required
• ServSafe Certification preferred

What We Offer

Traditional Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 401K with Employer Match (must meet eligibility requirements)

Non-Traditional Benefits:

• Flexible Hours (business driven)
• Daily Team Lunch

Cultural Benefits:

• A dedication to MIBE - Finding ways to Make It Better Everyday
• An effort to create true Work/Life Integration for all Team members
• Leadership expectations in every position
• Regular Employee Appreciation events (Happy Hours, Coffee Trucks, Spirit Days, Donut Parties, Holiday luncheons…)
• A focus on creating opportunities for all - team members, community partners & vendors included.