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Kitchen Prep Specialist 4am-noon
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Estela's Fresh Mex
Coralville, IA (In Person)
$38,480 Salary, Full-Time
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Overview Hours are 4am-noon 5 days a week. Join our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Prep Specialist, where your enthusiasm for food and dedication to quality will shine! In this vital role, you will be the backbone of our kitchen operations, ensuring that all ingredients and dishes are prepared with precision, safety, and care. Your energy and culinary skills will help create a seamless flow from prep to plate, supporting our mission to deliver exceptional dining experiences. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary expertise while contributing to a vibrant food service environment. Duties Prepare ingredients and components for daily menu items, following established recipes and standards Assist in food preparation tasks such as chopping, slicing, marinating, and portioning ingredients Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace, including storage areas and food prep stations Support cooking processes by assisting chefs with meal assembly and plating as needed Handle food safely by adhering to proper food handling procedures and sanitation guidelines Assist with menu planning by preparing ingredients in advance for upcoming meals or catering events Ensure all food items meet quality standards before they are served or sent out for delivery Requirements Previous experience in dietary departments, dietary aide roles, or food service environments is highly desirable Strong knowledge of food safety practices and proper food handling techniques Experience with food preparation, cooking, and meal assembly in a restaurant or catering setting Proficiency in knife skills and basic culinary techniques Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining attention to detail Familiarity with menu planning, food industry standards, and kitchen equipment operation Excellent teamwork skills with a positive attitude toward supporting kitchen staff and serving customers This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their culinary career while ensuring every dish is prepared with care. We value energetic team players who thrive on collaboration and take pride in delivering top-quality food service. Join us today and be part of a passionate team dedicated to excellence in every plate!