Prep Cook (4965)

Educational Catering; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Catering in Dallas, TX is seeking a Prep Cook to support daily breakfast and lunch service, following recipes and portion controls.

You will prep ingredients, assist with deliveries, maintain sanitation, and work with kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment. Food handler certification is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or food preparation is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily breakfast and lunch service.
• Wash, peel, chop, and portion vegetables, meats, and other ingredients.
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, sauces, and other menu items.
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Label, date, and properly store all food products.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and rotating inventory using FIFO procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized prep area.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff as needed.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Reliability

Team player

Stand for extended periods

Lift up to 50 pounds

Food safety knowledge

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: UNTD - Dallas, TX, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None

Prep Cook – Job Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily breakfast and lunch service.
• Wash, peel, chop, and portion vegetables, meats, and other ingredients.
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, sauces, and other menu items.
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Label, date, and properly store all food products.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and rotating inventory using FIFO procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized prep area.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff as needed.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Qualifications: Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, grill, or food preparation experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and a team player.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain one.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.