Prep Cook Creative Dining Services - 3.5 Grand Rapids, MI Job Details $16 - $19 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Recipe adherence Maintaining an organized workspace Removing debris Personal protective equipment (PPE) use ServSafe Labeling Put-away Cleaning kitchen areas High school diploma or GED Food service inventory management Food safety sanitizing procedures Refrigerators Food ordering Production records Food Handler Certification Entry level Time/Temperature control for safety (TCS) Kitchen organization Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description Creative Dining Services is looking for a Prep Cook. As the Prep Cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.

Core Responsibilities:

Prepare food such that all food is ready for use within the established timeframe. Prepares food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal. Utilizes safe food handling techniques at all times. Stores food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating. Holds prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot). Maintains production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.) . Maintains established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.). Maintains a clean and sanitized work area. Maintains a safe, tidy and well organized work environment at all times; cleans up spills quickly, wears protective gear as needed (i.e. slicer glove), and stores wares safely. Communicates needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner. Monitors kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately. Supports other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately. Assists in ordering and inventory procedures. Removes refuse as needed. Puts away/Pulls stock as needed.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred Minimum of 1 year food service experience preferred

ServSafe Certification We Offer:

Competitive pay and bonus opportunities Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with a company match Paid time off And much, much more! About Creative Dining Services Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience - one that's fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that's how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!