School Kitchen Cook — Prep, Service, and Safety

Riverdale Country School; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous time-off policy

Professional development budget

Job summary

Riverdale Country School in Emeryville is seeking a Cook responsible for assisting in meal preparation under the guidance of the Executive Sous Chef. This role involves setting up workstations, preparing food items, and ensuring kitchen cleanliness.

The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in a professional kitchen, be proficient with commercial cooking equipment, and possess a High School Diploma. A range of health benefits, professional development, and a competitive hourly wage of $22–$26 are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Proficiency with a French knife and commercial cooking equipment.
• ServSafe Certification preferred; NYC DOH Food Protection Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation under the guidance of the Executive Sous Chef.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with team and management.

Skills

Knowledge of various cuisines

Food safety standards

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Commercial cooking equipment

Food slicing machine

Job description

Riverdale Country School in Emeryville is seeking a Cook responsible for assisting in meal preparation under the guidance of the Executive Sous Chef. This role involves setting up workstations, preparing food items, and ensuring kitchen cleanliness.

The ideal candidate should have 3–5 years of experience in a professional kitchen, be proficient with commercial cooking equipment, and possess a High School Diploma. A range of health benefits, professional development, and a competitive hourly wage of $22–$26 are offered.