Prep Cook

Guckenheimer; Tualatin (OR); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Prep Cook to join their team in Tualatin. The role involves food preparation for various meal periods, maintaining kitchen organization, and adhering to safety guidelines. The ideal candidate has at least one year of professional cooking experience and is committed to high-quality service and compliance with regulations.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Comprehensive Leave Program

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of professional cooking experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill prep lists and food preparation for various meal periods.
• Maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness.
• Follow food preparation procedures in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Organization

Food Safety

Culinary Equipment Handling

Education

Professional Cooking Experience

Job description

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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 $20 per hour - $24 per hour.

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

Key Purpose

The Prep Cook will accurately and efficiently fulfill prep lists, tasks, and food preparation for various meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events. Responsibilities may vary based on business needs and client requirements.

Success Criteria

• Maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness to ensure a safe environment for all employees and guests.
• Follow workplace safety, food safety, HACCP, and internal audit guidelines daily.
• Work safely with culinary equipment such as slicers, mixers, food processors, blenders, and choppers.
• Possess at least 1-year professional cooking experience or equivalent education.

Key Accountabilities

• Clock in and out for work and breaks.
• Provide high-quality service according to company and client standards.
• Follow food preparation procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Execute recipe preparation as directed by production sheets or chefs.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment, following safety and regulatory rules.
• Report ingredient discrepancies, safety issues, or other concerns to management.
• Attend all scheduled meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Stand for long periods (up to 8 hours).
• Reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Use team lifts and transportation carts for heavy loads.
• Dress appropriately according to dress code.
• Work effectively under pressure during peak times.

All employees must adhere to HSEQ policies, participate in training, and report hazards to ensure a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.

Guckenheimer values diversity and inclusion, encouraging employees of all backgrounds to contribute and thrive.