Prep Cook - Utility Worker (Full time)

The Trousdale; Pleasanton, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Health benefits

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Eskaton in Northern California is seeking a Prep Cook to prepare a variety of foods, follow recipes, and ensure resident satisfaction while keeping the kitchen clean.

Starting pay ranges from $20.87 to $25.42 per hour; benefits include a 401K match and comprehensive health programs, with a culture that values belonging and growth.

You will learn safety guidelines, help with menus, and maintain accurate food labeling and storage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Serve Safe Certification is preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to menus and recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and food service area.
• Apply sanitation and safety techniques while working.
• Label, date, and rotate foods in storage; manage portions.

Skills

Food safety

Food presentation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Make a Real Difference, Every Single Day

As a nonprofit leader in aging, Eskaton helps people live well, longer — with trusted guidance at every stage. We believe aging should be a vibrant,supported,and celebrated journey, not an experience to face alone. For over 55 years, Eskaton has been a cornerstone of Northern California,growinga network of 23 communities dedicated to older adults and the people who care for them. When you join us,you'renot just starting a job.You'restepping into a career where your work createsa realimpactonpeople's daily lives and strengthening the communities we call home.

We Invest in You (Because You Invest in Others)

We know that to take great care of our residents, we must take great care of you. We are genuinely committed to your health, your happiness, and your future.That’swhy we offer:

• Financial Security:Competitive pay and a 401K matching program to help you plan for your own future.
• Total Wellbeing:Comprehensive benefits that support your physical and mental health.
• A Place Where You Belong:We celebrate diversity and equity across the entire aging spectrum, ensuring every team member feels seen and valued.

Our DNA (Core Values)

We’relooking for people whoalignwith our mission and want to grow with us:

• Welcoming:You’rea naturalat creating warmth and a sense of belonging for everyone you meet.
• Bring (Y)our Best:You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the "little things" and the "big things" alike.
• Empowerment:Youdon'twait for permission to do the right thing. You step up, take ownership, and lead with initiative.
• Growth:You’rea lifelong learner who seeks consistent improvement and sustainable growth.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation of a variety of foods and ingredients to ensure the highest quality and resident satisfaction, maintains cleanliness of food services area.

ESSENTIAL JOBFUNCTIONS

• Appliessanitation and safety techniques while working.
• Responsibleforpreparationand production of ingredients and menu itemsas assigned.
• Prepares,cooksmeals according to menus and recipes and adheres to all diets.
• Measuresand mixes food ingredients according to recipes and menus, preparing all types of food according to accepted food production methods and regulatory requirements.
• Practicesand appliesportioncontrolduring preparation and serviceofalldiets.
• Performscleaning andmaintenanceof kitchen facility andequipment according toschedules, andprocedures,maintainslogs.
• Communicatesanychanges or substitutionson daily menusto supervisor.
• Ensuresproperlabeling,dating androtation of foods in all storage areas.
• Worksin accordance withsafety guidelines.
• Familiarwith food service disaster plan.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

Models and embodies Eskaton’s core values, including:

• Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all
• Fostering excellence in everything we do
• Seeking consistent improvement,learningand sustainable growth
• Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative
• Fullycomplieswithall provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy.
• Follows required dress code and Eskaton’s Community Appearance Standards.Maintains a professional imagetothe public and residents.
• Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.

Starting pay ranges from $20.87 per hour - $25.42 per hour. Factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, job-related skills, internal equity, and market considerations may influence base pay.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school graduate or GED.

Training and Experience: PreviousFood Service Experience Preferred.Serve Safe Certification

Knowledge and Abilities: Must have knowledge of safe food handling and preparation. Must have knowledge of good practices to avoid waste and misuse.Must have the ability to present foods in an attractive and palatable manner and to test quality of food by taste and smell.Musthave a broad knowledge of breakfast,lunchand dinner entree preparation. Must have a broad knowledge of scratch soups, sauces/gravies,starchesand vegetables.

WORK CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requirements are subject topossible modificationtoreasonably accommodateindividuals with disabilities.Notify the HumanResources team to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position.

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of forcefrequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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