Prep Cook

NEXDINE Hospitality; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous compensation

Health, dental & vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Career growth opportunities

Perks and rewards

Job summary

NEXDINE Hospitality in Waltham, MA is seeking a Salad/Prep Cook to prepare salads, sandwiches, and grab-and-go items for students and staff. This hands-on role requires speed, accuracy, and friendly customer service, with duties that span production and kitchen cleanliness.

You will work Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 2:30pm, full time, at an hourly rate of $21.00–$23.00 with weekly direct deposit. Join a team that values safety, sanitation, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a similar deli position.

Responsibilities

• Preparing daily meals including made-to-order deli/salad items including catering orders.
• Chopping and slicing meats, cheese and vegetables; making sandwiches and grab-and-go items.
• Stock stations with all items necessary for service.
• Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Carve, trim and prepare meats and seafood for hot or cold service.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a clean, presentable department.
• Operates and sanitizes all equipment safely.
• May assist culinary staff at numerous stations as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Food preparation

Deli operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are:

NEXDINE Hospitality’s family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center and facility management services to businesses, independent schools, higher education, senior living, and hospitals nationwide. We put our people first to deliver finely tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE Experience is responsive, transparent, and authentic. Learn more at www.NEXDINE.com.

Position:

Salad/ Prep Cook

Location:

Waltham, MA

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 6:30am-2:30pm

Hours:

Full Time

Hourly Rate:

$21.00-23.00/hr

Pay Frequency:

Weekly - Direct Deposit

What We Offer You:

• Generous Compensation & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Various Employee Perks and Rewards

Job Summary:

The Salad/ Prep Cook is responsible for all aspects of production for Salads and Sandwiches, and clean up before, during and after service. In addition, the Salad Cook/ Prep will prepare sandwiches, salads, desserts for students and faculty. This position will also support cleaning the kitchen both during and at the end of the shift. May assist in putting away orders.

The Salad/ Prep Cook Cook will serve as the first impression for all students and faculty. This is a hands-on role that requires accurate speed, efficiency, and excellent customer service.

Salad/ Prep Cook Essential Functions and Key Tasks:

• Preparing daily meals including but not limited to made-to-order deli / salad items including catering orders (as needed)
• Chopping and slicing meats, cheese and vegetables, cooking, making sandwiches, sandwiches, grab and go items, etc.
• Responsible for preparation of lunch and dinner station according to company guidelines
• Stock stations with all items necessary for service
• Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods
• Carve, trim and prepare meats and seafood for hot or cold service
• Make sure the customers are being taken care of and the department looks clean and presentable at all times
• Provide excellent customer service to include being attentive, approachable, greeting and thanking customers
• Operates and sanitizes all equipment in a safe and proper manner
• May assist in supporting culinary staff at numerous stations as directed
• Adhere to and promote company standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, uniform guidelines and productivity

Salad/ Prep Cook Deli Cook Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 - 3 years’ experience in a similar deli position

Must be dependable, neat, clean, professional and have excellent customer service skills - THIS IS A FRONT AND BACK OF THE HOUSE POSITION