Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Food-Safety Certified

Chartwells Higher Education; Yorktown (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a dedicated cook to join our on-site kitchen team. You will prepare, pre-cook and cook food to meet established standards and ensure quality service for our campus community.

The role requires proven cooking experience, a Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and adherence to safety guidelines are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience including restaurant or prep cook.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Certificate from a recognized cooking school.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products as directed.
• Prepare mise en place and other products for high-volume production.
• Clean kitchen equipment after use according to safety policies.
• Label, date, store and rotate food and beverages appropriately.
• Communicate effectively with appropriate operational departments.
• Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

Skills

Cooking experience

Excellent communication

Team player

Independent worker

Adaptability

Education

Food Safety Certification

Cooking school certificate

Job description

Chartwells Higher Education is seeking a dedicated cook to join our on-site kitchen team. You will prepare, pre-cook and cook food to meet established standards and ensure quality service for our campus community.

The role requires proven cooking experience, a Food Safety Certification, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and adherence to safety guidelines are essential.