Salad Cook

ISS Facility Services - North America; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 28,543 - 30,996; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services - North America is looking for a Salad Cook in Poway, California. This full-time position requires high volume cooking experience and adherence to safety guidelines for food preparation. You will be responsible for fulfilling prep lists, maintaining kitchen organization, and ensuring food safety protocols are followed.

Candidates should have a minimum of 1-year professional cooking experience and the ability to operate large culinary equipment safely.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs.
• Experience with food safety guidelines and procedures is essential.
• Ability to follow instructions from chefs and management.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill prep lists and tasks for meal periods.
• Maintain kitchen organization and cleanliness.
• Prepare food items as directed by Chef.

Skills

High Volume experience

Kitchen organization and cleanliness

Ability to work safely

Cooking techniques knowledge

Education

Minimum of 1-year professional cooking experience or education equivalent

Tools

Large culinary equipment

Food processors

Blenders

Job description

Hourly Wage

Guckenheimer offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The hourly pay range for this position is $20.72 per hour - $22.50 per hour.

Work Hours

The work hours for this position are approximately 6:00 am - 2:30 pm, Mon‑Fri.

Key Purpose

The Salad Cook will accurately and efficiently fulfill prep lists, tasks, and food preparation for various meal periods including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special/catered events. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but ISS/Guckenheimer may identify additional responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ from account to account, depending on the business needs and client requirements.

Success Criteria

• High Volume experience is a must
• Kitchen organization and cleanliness providing a safe environment for all employees and guests
• Workplace Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• Food Safety guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• HACCP guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• All internal audit guidelines, policies, and SOPs are followed daily
• Ability to work safely with large volume culinary equipment including slicer, large mixer, food processors, blenders, and chopper
• Minimum of 1-year professional cooking experience or education equivalent

Key Accountabilities

• Clock in and out for workday and clock in and out during breaks
• Always provide the highest quality of service in accordance with ISS/Guckenheimer and client standards
• Utilize food preparation procedures in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local guidelines and regulations to ensure high quality food service is provided
• Basic knowledge of cooking and prep techniques as required by your work assignment
• Execute NetMenu recipe preparation of food items, as directed by production sheets and/or LC, SC, or Executive Chef
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment and must follow ISS/Guckenheimer, and government regulatory rules and procedures
• Notify management when there are any ingredient discrepancies/availability, food/equipment safety, or any other situation that requires management attention
• Attend all meetings of the day
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
• Reach, bend, stoop, push, and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds
• Utilize team lift, transportation carts, and any other means of assistance when dealing with heavy loads
• Come to work properly dressed and in accordance with the dress code
• Employee must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods

All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.