Prep & Line Cook - Full Time

Donald Danforth Plant Science Center; Olivette (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is currently seeking a skilled Prep & Line Cook to join the Cafe team and play a pivotal role in assisting in the overall success of the culinary operations. This full-time (35 hours per week) Monday-Friday daytime, benefit eligible position offers pay starting at $18.50 an hour.

Under general supervision, this position performs various food preparation, cooking, and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 2+ years kitchen experience.
• ServSafe certification preferred.
• Ability to follow HACCP guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily food preparation and cooking tasks.
• Set up workstations and stock ingredients.
• Prepare lunch items during service window.
• Maintain clean, safe and organized kitchen areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Food safety knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary training (preferred)

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center is currently seeking a skilled and motivated Prep & Line Cook to join the Cafe team and play a pivotal role in assisting in the overall success of the culinary operations. This full-time (35 hours per week) Monday-Friday daytime, benefit eligible position offers pay starting at $18.50 an hour. Under general supervision, this position performs various food preparation, cooking, and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes to patrons.Responsibilities:Follow the daily prep list create by the Kitchen ManagerSetup workstations and ensure all ingredients are stocked for serviceLabel and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessiblePrepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.During the 11:00-1:30 Café lunch; prepare simple dishes such as salads, sandwiches, flatbreads, etc.Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.Ensure all food and other items are prepared and stored properly and adhere to HACCP guidelines to ensure safe and sanitary food productionPerform other kitchen duties as assigned by the Kitchen ManagerAssist with Catering when needed when there are in house/ eternal events.Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to relay pertinent informationDemonstrated ability to manage time and prioritize duties to meet deadlinesWork cooperatively, with high energy, in a face paced environment while maintaining a positive attitudeKnowledge of catering, with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, cost control and presentation is a plusLive the Danforth Center values: Collaboration, Diversity & Inclusion, Innovation, Integrity & Respect, Environmental Sustainability, and StewardshipQualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, training from a culinary school a plus2+ years of kitchen experience.Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen, ServSafe certification preferredSubmission:ResumeCover LetterContact information for two (2) or more professional references