Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Scratch Cooking & Growth

Elior; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Discount program

Commuter benefits

EAP

401k

Sick time

Holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking an experienced cook for the TRIO Community Meals kitchen in Plainsboro, NJ. You will join a fast-paced team focused on high-quality meals, portion control, and creative presentation.

The role requires at least one year of culinary experience in scratch cooking, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service. Onsite full-time position with comprehensive benefits is available.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of culinary experience in a quality, high-volume establishment with scratch cooking.
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and identify/differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Maintaining kitchen
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

Skills

Culinary experience

Food preparation

Food safety

Attention to detail

Customer service

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Elior North America is seeking an experienced cook for the TRIO Community Meals kitchen in Plainsboro, NJ. You will join a fast-paced team focused on high-quality meals, portion control, and creative presentation.

The role requires at least one year of culinary experience in scratch cooking, strong food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service. Onsite full-time position with comprehensive benefits is available.