Prep Cook — High-Volume Kitchen, Full Benefits

Educational Catering Inc; Pembroke (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Paid Medical Health Insurance

Retirement Plan - Pension earned Hour

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Educational Catering Inc. is seeking a Cook 2 in Pembroke, GA to prepare and cook meals per established recipes and standards.

You will maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure food safety compliance while collaborating with the culinary team to deliver high-quality dining experiences. The role requires at least 2 years in a professional kitchen, a high school diploma, and culinary training is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary arts training preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in a professional kitchen; experience in high-volume catering.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain quality; adherence to standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals following standardized recipes and menus.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Assist in inventory management and stocking ingredients.
• Collaborate with culinary team to develop new menu items and improve recipes.
• Monitor cooking times to ensure timely service.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff; provide guidance.
• Participate in kitchen meetings for menu planning and service improvements.

Skills

Follow recipes

Food safety & sanitation

Time management

Team collaboration

Mentor junior staff

Education

High school diploma

Culinary arts training or certification

Job description

Educational Catering Inc. is seeking a Cook 2 in Pembroke, GA to prepare and cook meals per established recipes and standards.

You will maintain a clean, organized kitchen and ensure food safety compliance while collaborating with the culinary team to deliver high-quality dining experiences. The role requires at least 2 years in a professional kitchen, a high school diploma, and culinary training is preferred.