Prep Cook & Catering Associate
Job Summary
Flava Meal Prep is seeking a dependable, organized, and motivated Prep Cook & Catering Associate to join our growing culinary team. This position offers a combination of steady weekly meal prep shifts in our commercial kitchen along with optional paid on-call catering opportunities for weddings, corporate events, and executive catering serving VIP clientele.
We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates well, arrives on time, and can adapt quickly as priorities change. If you take pride in producing exceptional food while maintaining a clean and organized workspace, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients by chopping, slicing, portioning, and assembling meals according to standardized recipes.
- Assist with daily production of Flava Meal Prep meals while maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation.
- Support off-site catering events, including setup, service, breakdown, and transportation of food and equipment as needed.
- Prepare catering orders for corporate clients, weddings, special events, and executive aviation customers.
- Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Assist with inventory, stocking, labeling, and organization of kitchen supplies.
- Work efficiently with the culinary team while maintaining professionalism under changing schedules and deadlines.
- Help ensure every customer receives food that reflects Flava Meal Prep's high standards of quality and service.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a commercial kitchen is required.
- Strong knife skills and knowledge of food preparation techniques.
- Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
- Ability to follow recipes accurately while maintaining consistency and attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
- Reliable transportation is required for occasional off-site catering events.
What We're Looking For
Success in this role starts with character just as much as culinary skills. Our ideal team member is:
- Punctual — Shows up on time and ready to work.
- Excellent Communicator — Keeps the team informed and communicates professionally.
- Adaptable — Able to pivot quickly when schedules, events, or priorities change.
- Organized — Maintains a clean workstation and stays ahead of tasks.
- Dependable — Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows through.
- Positive Team Player — Works well with others while maintaining a strong work ethic.
Schedule & Compensation
- Consistent weekly meal prep shifts in our Boise commercial kitchen.
- Additional paid on-call catering opportunities based on event schedule and availability.
- Flexible scheduling for catering events, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience, plus opportunities for growth within the company.
Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
