Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Full-Time Role

GREAT WESTERN DINING; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service at Maple Woods Community College in Kansas City MO is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to assist in preparing delicious dishes and maintaining kitchen operations. You will follow recipes, set up workstations, and ensure safety standards are met in a fast-paced team environment.

The ideal candidate has proven prep cook experience, knowledge of health and safety rules, and the stamina to work long shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as prep cook.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Very good physical condition and endurance.

Responsibilities

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties.
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Skills

Prep cook experience

Health & safety

Manual dexterity

Team player

Positive under pressure

Physical endurance

Job description

Great Western Dining Service at Maple Woods Community College in Kansas City MO is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to assist in preparing delicious dishes and maintaining kitchen operations. You will follow recipes, set up workstations, and ensure safety standards are met in a fast-paced team environment.

The ideal candidate has proven prep cook experience, knowledge of health and safety rules, and the stamina to work long shifts.