Prep Cook (part-time/weekend)

Creative Dining Services; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Earned Wage Access

Job summary

Creative Dining Services is hiring a part-time weekend Prep Cook on the campus of Dordt University. The role supports the dining services team by preparing high-quality, properly seasoned and nutritious food in a safe manner.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of food service experience. Shift is Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food such that all food is ready for use within the established timeframe.
• Prepares food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal.
• Utilizes safe food handling techniques at all times.
• Stores food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating.
• Holds prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot).
• Maintains established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.).
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work area.
• Maintains a safe, tidy and well organized work environment at all times; cleans up spills quickly, wears protective gear as needed (i.e. slicer glove), and stores wares safely.
• Communicates needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Monitors kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately.
• Supports other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately.
• Assists in ordering and inventory procedures.
• Removes refuse as needed. Puts away/Pulls stock as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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5 days ago Requisition ID: 6912

Salary Range: $16.00 To $18.00 Annually

Creative Dining Services is hiring immediately for a part-time weekend Prep Cook on the campus of Dordt University.

Shift is Saturday and Sunday 9:00am - 5:00pm

As the Prep Cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.

Core Responsibilities:

• Prepare food such that all food is ready for use within the established timeframe.
• Prepares food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal.
• Utilizes safe food handling techniques at all times.
• Stores food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating.
• Holds prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot).
• Maintains established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.).
• Maintains a clean and sanitized work area.
• Maintains a safe, tidy and well organized work environment at all times; cleans up spills quickly, wears protective gear as needed (i.e. slicer glove), and stores wares safely.
• Communicates needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Monitors kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately.
• Supports other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately.
• Assists in ordering and inventory procedures.
• Removes refuse as needed. Puts away/Pulls stock as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of 1 year food service experience preferred

We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Earned Wage Access

Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience - one that's fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that's how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!