Prep Cook/Cook (1st Shift) - Corporate Springdale, AR

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a food preparation team member for their café. This role involves cooking and preparing food, requiring a basic understanding of culinary techniques and strong organizational skills. Ideal candidates will have experience in foodservice or a culinary education, and will thrive in a team environment. The position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends, along with a competitive hourly wage and various benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long- Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Qualifications

• 12 months of professional work experience in foodservice or hospitality preferred.
• Basic understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen terminology.
• Servsafe or food handlers' certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food for the Tyson Café.
• Assess food quality, wash, cut, and season foods.
• Work as part of the kitchen team and assist with various tasks.

Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Basic Culinary Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Culinary, Hospitality, or Foodservice Degree

Job description

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Job Details:

Schedule: Monday – Friday from 6:00am-2:30pm. No WEEKENDS!!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Team member in this role has a primary responsibility to prepare and cook food for the Tyson Café.
• Food preparation will be accomplished using daily prep lists, recipes, menus and direction from managers, food prep duties include assessing food quality, washing, cutting, and seasoning foods.
• Food is prepared through a variety of cooking methods including roasting, frying, steaming, sauteing, braising and more.
• Candidates for this role should have a basic understanding of cooking techniques, knife skills, basic kitchen terminology, as well as a strong desire to grow their knowledge and gain proficiency in their culinary techniques.
• Candidates should possess strong time management and organizational skills, be able to prioritize tasks and multitask when needed.
• This role functions as a part of the overall kitchen team, and as such, candidate should be a strong team player and have a focus on team success.
• Other aspects of the job may include tasks such as: receiving and rotating supplies, working food action stations, café guest interaction, and occasionally assist with dish washing and catering.

Education/Experience:

• Preferred candidates will be able to prove a minimum of 12 months of professional work experience in a foodservice or hospitality role; and/or currently enrolled in, or a graduate of a culinary, hospitality, foodservice or related field of study in a continuing education institution.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push, pull, lift or carry up to 50lbs, bend; Twist, stoop and reach frequently for the duration of shift, as well as walk or stand for 8 hours on hard surfaces.
• Ability to withstand routine and repetitive work for the duration of shift.
• Ability to tolerate hot and cold temperatures for extended periods of time, while performing job functions.
• Ability to work safely and unrestricted with ware-washing and kitchen equipment.

Special Skills:

• Good verbal/written communication skills needed to read, comprehend, and execute kitchen recipes, Basic math skills, basic understanding of measurements & currency.
• Strong time management and organizational skills; Knowledge of basic culinary and kitchen terminology.
• Servsafe or food handlers' certification is preferred, but NOT required.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education
• Discount Program

$400 NEW HIRE BONUS $200 PAID AT 90 DAYS AND $200 PAID AT 180 DAYS

Rehire eligibility: cannot have worked for Tyson 3 or more times.

Waiting period for rehire - 180 days.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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