Salad Prep

Meriwether Godsey, Inc.

Summit (NJ)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 31,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay
Uniforms
Meals
Training
Mentorship
Paid Time Off
Health
Vision
Dental

Job summary

Meriwether Godsey is hiring a full-time Salad Prep in Summit, NJ. You will perform routine food service tasks under supervision, preparing salads, garnishes, sauces, fruits, and desserts for daily meals and catered events. Must pass FBI background check, have a high school diploma, and 3+ years in restaurant/contract dining.

Work hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with occasional catering events. Compensation is $19 per hour with uniforms, meals, training, mentorship, and benefits

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 3+ years experience in a restaurant or contract dining.
  • Ability to learn and follow recipes, read instructions, and work in fast-paced kitchen.
  • ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
  • Reliable and good communication with students.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare salads, salad bar items, sauces, condiments, fruits, desserts, and other items for daily meals and special functions
  • Maintain the freshness of produce, discard and report products of poor quality
  • Maintain color balance and garnishing, presenting all items attractively and in accordance with MG Best Practices
  • Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure quality
  • Suggest utilization with the creativity of leftovers
  • Prepare, maintain, and store all foods at/to required temperatures
  • Take and record temperatures; follow all required sanitation and food handling procedures to ensure food safety
  • Clean and sanitize cafeteria and kitchen areas; keep work areas neat and organized
  • Assist with organization and sanitation of the walk-ins and reach-ins, with all items covered, labeled, and dated
  • Provide information for usage recording and other data necessary for the production
  • Assist in other production work areas as needed when requested by Supervisor
  • Other duties, as assigned

Skills

Communication skills
Organizational skills
Team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Salad Prep

KPS Hourly Full-Time 9 Month hourly - 19 Pay Full-Time Summit, NJ, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3596

Salary Range: $19.00 To $19.00 Hourly

Meriwether Godsey is looking for a Full-time Salad Prep to perform routine food service tasks under the general supervision of the Chef at an independent, non-sectarian college preparatory day school for girls located in Summit, NJ.

  • Must be available to work as follows: Monday-Friday, 8a-4:30p, and available for catering events and specialty meals.
  • Pay rate: $19 per hour

What the Salad Prep will do:

  • Prepare salads, salad bar items, sauces, condiments, fruits, desserts, and other items for daily meals and special functions
  • Maintain the freshness of produce, discard and report products of poor quality
  • Maintain color balance and garnishing, presenting all items attractively and in accordance with MG Best Practices
  • Follow recipes and recommend changes in recipes and cooking methods to improve products and ensure quality
  • Suggest utilization with the creativity of leftovers
  • Prepare, maintain, and store all foods at/to required temperatures
  • Take and record temperatures; follow all required sanitation and food handling procedures to ensure food safety
  • Clean and sanitize cafeteria and kitchen areas; keep work areas neat and organized
  • Assist with organization and sanitation of the walk-ins and reach-ins, with all items covered, labeled, and dated
  • Provide information for usage recording and other data necessary for the production
  • Assist in other production work areas as needed when requested by Supervisor
  • Other duties, as assigned

What the Salad Prep will need:

  • Must be able to pass an FBI background check
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in a restaurant and/or contract dining (3+ years preferred)
  • Ability to learn and follow instructions, read and follow recipes, flexibility, speed, dexterity, and team commitment
  • ServSafe Food Handlers Certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
  • Reliability and a willingness to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Good communication and organizational skills; great attitude- must be comfortable speaking with the students

What the Salad Prep will get:

  • Competitive Pay, Uniforms, Meals, Training, Mentorship, and Benefits (Paid Time Off, Health, Vision, Dental, etc.)

Meriwether Godsey offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement. The work environment is fast-paced, team-oriented, and high-energy. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do. I nterested in learning more? Visit our About Us Page

Enjoy a people- and food-focused environment where you have the opportunity to make a difference every day and advance your career. Help Meriwether Godsey set the standard for hospitality in the New Jersey market!

MeriwetherGodsey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace.

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