Overview
Join our dynamic culinary team as a Scratch Cook/Prep, where your passion for food and dedication to quality will shine! In this vital role, you’ll be responsible for preparing fresh, flavorful dishes from scratch, ensuring every meal meets our high standards of taste and presentation. Your expertise in food handling, preparation, and kitchen operations will contribute to creating a warm, inviting dining experience for our guests.
Ideal candidate will have experience in a wide variety of cooking styles over a range of cuisines. Our corporate dining cafe clients enjoy Mexican, Italian, Greek, Asian, and Southern "Comfort" dishes.
Mon-Friday work week. Hours are typically 6am- mid afternoon. All major holidays off. Responsibilities also include serving customers from the buffet line, menu planning, cleaning your station and assisting with all kitchen cleaning duties.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble meals from scratch according to established menu plans, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Handle all aspects of food preparation including chopping, slicing, marinating, and portioning ingredients with precision and care.
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety standards and proper food handling procedures to ensure a safe dining environment.
- Assist in menu planning by suggesting creative ideas that align with dietary needs and preferences.
- Support kitchen operations by organizing ingredients, stocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the workspace.
- Use knife skills effectively to prepare ingredients efficiently while prioritizing safety and accuracy.
- Contribute to catering events or special meal services by preparing large quantities of food with attention to detail.
- Serve meals in accordance with proper serving techniques, ensuring presentation is appealing and appetizing.
- Participate in ongoing training related to food safety, sanitation, and culinary techniques to enhance your skills continually.
Qualifications
- Prior experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is highly desirable; restaurant or food service background is also valuable.
- Demonstrated ability in food preparation, cooking, and meal assembly with a focus on scratch cooking techniques.
- Strong knowledge of food handling safety protocols and sanitation practices.
- Proficiency in menu planning and understanding dietary restrictions or special diets.
- Excellent knife skills coupled with the ability to prepare ingredients efficiently and safely.
- Experience in catering or large-scale food service operations is a plus.
- Ability to work quickly under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team-oriented environment. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey where your skills help create nourishing meals that bring joy! We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that supports your growth as a culinary professional while ensuring a safe, positive environment for all team members.
Please submit resume with applicable experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
