Prep Cook - PT (PM)

Creative Dining Services; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

And much, much more!

Job summary

Creative Dining Services is seeking a part-time Prep Cook (PM shift) in Sioux Center, IA to support the dining services team by preparing high-quality, properly seasoned meals within established timelines. You will follow recipes, use safe food handling practices, and help with inventory, labeling, and ensuring temps are correct.

A positive attitude and ability to work cooperatively are essential. We offer competitive pay, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), paid time off, and opportunities for

Qualifications

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

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 that preserves freshness, quality and appeal.
• Utilizes safe food handling techniques at all times.
• Stores food items according to established standards of practice; label and date items.
• Holds prepared food items at proper temperatures and maintains logs.
• Maintains a clean, sanitized, safe work area and organizes the station.
• Communicates needs and concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Monitors kitchen equipment and reports discrepancies to supervisor.
• Supports kitchen staff and assists with inventory and ordering.

Skills

Food service experience

ServSafe Certification

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Prep Cook - PT (PM)

Crockett, Kathryn Sioux Center, IA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 6752

Salary Range: $16.00 To $18.00 Annually

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Prep Cook. 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
• ServSafe Certification

We Offer:

• Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid time off
• And much, much more!

About Creative Dining Services

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!