Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Teamwork & Benefits

Medford Multicare Center; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Star Home in Oriskany, NY, is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to join our culinary team. Prepare and cook dishes per recipes, while ensuring safe, sanitary food handling and maintaining clean, organized kitchen operations throughout service hours.

You will collaborate with kitchen staff to deliver timely meals, monitor inventory, and assist with catering events. Excellent communication and flexibility for varied shifts, including evenings and weekends, are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dietary aide practices and catering services is preferred but not required.
• Strong skills in food handling, preparation techniques, and culinary arts.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• A passion for cooking and creating delicious meals that delight guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and standards
• Ensure all food is prepared in a safe and sanitary manner, adhering to food handling guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper storage of food items
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during meal hours
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, placing orders as necessary
• Participate in catering events as required, providing excellent service to guests
• Utilize proper knife skills for food preparation while ensuring safety protocols are followed

Skills

Culinary arts

Food handling

Teamwork

Communication

Shift flexibility

Knife skills

Job description

Eastern Star Home in Oriskany, NY, is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to join our culinary team. Prepare and cook dishes per recipes, while ensuring safe, sanitary food handling and maintaining clean, organized kitchen operations throughout service hours.

You will collaborate with kitchen staff to deliver timely meals, monitor inventory, and assist with catering events. Excellent communication and flexibility for varied shifts, including evenings and weekends, are essential.