Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen & Fresh Prep

Golden Bell Senior Living; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Bell Senior Living is seeking a Prep Cook to support our culinary team in preparing ingredients for meals and simple dishes for residents. You will handle fresh produce, meats, breads, and salads while maintaining strict cleanliness and hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will work under the head chef and senior staff, adapting to unpredictable hours and ensuring meals meet quality and safety guidelines for a senior living setting.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of sanitation and safety practices.
• Knowledge of food handling and basic cooking techniques.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Commitment to personal hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meal ingredients as directed by the head chef or senior staff.
• Prepare fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepare meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepare simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mix or prepare condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assist with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation basics

Food handling techniques

Teamwork

High-paced work

Personal hygiene

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Golden Bell Senior Living is seeking a Prep Cook to support our culinary team in preparing ingredients for meals and simple dishes for residents. You will handle fresh produce, meats, breads, and salads while maintaining strict cleanliness and hygiene standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will work under the head chef and senior staff, adapting to unpredictable hours and ensuring meals meet quality and safety guidelines for a senior living setting.