Production Cook Helper

Zippy's; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Zippy's in Las Vegas, Nevada, is seeking a dedicated food preparation staff member. This role involves cleaning, cutting, and preparing various ingredients for cooking, ensuring a clean work environment in a refrigerated setting.

Candidates must be able to lift 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and have a valid Food Handler's Training Card. A high school diploma is preferred, along with the ability to follow written instructions accurately.

Qualifications

• Able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Able to stand or walk up to 8 hours/day on a regular basis.
• Able to read and comprehend instructions written in the English language.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug-screening.
• Must have a valid Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler's Training Card.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, cuts, and slices vegetables for each production recipe.
• Prepares chicken, meat, and fish items for each production recipe.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of own work area.
• Works in refrigerated environment during part or all of the day.

Skills

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Ability to stand/walk up to 8 hours/day

Common sense understanding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Reporting to the Commissary Operations Manager or Assistant Production Managers, this position is primarily responsible for preparing various ingredients for food preparation.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Commissary Operations Manager or Assistant Production Managers, this position is primarily responsible for preparing various ingredients for food preparation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Cleans, cuts and slices vegetables for each production recipe
2. Prepares, chicken, meat and fish items (cooked and raw) for each production recipe
3. Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of own work area
4. Works in refrigerated environment during part or all of the day to handle other refrigerated items

OTHER FUNCTIONS

1. Performs various other duties in fulfilling assigned functions reflecting the same level of cooking skills and knowledge.

QUALIFICATIONS

Physical Ability

• Able to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis
• Able to stand or walk up to 8 hours/day on a regular basis

Mental Ability

• Able to read and comprehend instructions written in the English language

Desired Attributes

• Able to apply “common sense” understanding in carrying out instructions

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug-screening
• Must also have a valid Southern Nevada Health District Food Handler's Training Card

Environmental Conditions

• Tolerance for temperature extremes from a hot kitchen to chill and/or frozen rooms

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience

• Work experience or potential for working in a plant or factory environment (repetitive work assignments, handling volume production, working with equipment, handling portion control systems, etc.)