Prep Cook - part-time

St. Norbert College; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI, seeks a part-time Prep Cook to support our dining services. Duties include assisting chefs with meal prep, production, and sanitation, with hours generally Monday–Friday 8:00 am–2:00 pm. The role aligns with the academic calendar and summers off.

The prep cook will participate in trainings, maintain sanitary standards, and help ensure consistent food quality for meals, catering, and cash operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred.
• 1-2 years of food production experience in an institutional setting preferred.
• Knowledge of state sanitation and food safety regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily staff huddles and required training (e.g., AllerTrain, ServSafe, Emergency Action Plans).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary food production environment.
• Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, and work areas.
• Prepare menu items according to standardized recipes for meals, catering events, and cash operations.
• Assist chefs and supervisors with preparation and production of ingredients for meal plans and events.
• Follow safe work practices and adhere to food safety regulations.
• Ensure food quality and presentation through proper batch production and freshness monitoring.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

St. Norbert College (SNC), a nationally ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college, is seeking a part-time Prep Cook. Join a team recognized by students on Niche as having the \"Best College Food in Wisconsin\" and ranked among the top in the nation!
This position offers daytime hours that align with the school calendar, with summers off. Perfect for someone who values work-life balance and wants to contribute meaningfully while enjoying flexibility outside of traditional 9–5 schedules. The hours are generally Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm. The position begins annually on August 20th and ends on May 20th.
The Prep Cook is responsible for assisting the Department Supervisors and Chefs with the production of meals, including preparation, cooking, and clean-up/sanitation.

Specific responsibilities:

• Attend daily staff huddles, staff in-services, and required training, including AllerTrain, ServSafe, Emergency Action Plans, and departmental updates.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary food production environment.

• Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, and work areas.

• Prepare menu items according to standardized recipes for meal plans, catering events, and cash operations.

• Assist chefs and supervisors with the preparation and production of ingredients for meal plans, catering events, and cash operations.

• Follow safe work practices and maintain awareness of personal safety and the safety of others. Adhere to all food safety regulations and departmental procedures.

• Ensure food quality and consistency through proper batch production, adherence to standardized recipes, and monitoring of freshness and presentation.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred.

• 1-2 years of food production experience in an institutional setting preferred.

• Knowledge of state sanitation and food safety regulations and guidelines.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and resolve concerns appropriately.

• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet established deadlines.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions.

• Ability to serve as a positive role model for coworkers and contribute to a collaborative work environment.

• Ability to maintain concentration and focus in a busy, noisy work environment.

The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine and Liberal Arts College provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.

At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.

We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, inclusive, and spiritually engaged community (https://www.snc.edu/mission/gettingtoknow.html).