Prep Cook

Like fast-paced, fun work where you’re never bored? We want you!

Creative Dining Services is looking for a Prep Cook/Front of House worker on the campus of Davenport University .

Full-time shift: 10:00am - 6:30pm

Pay range: $16.00-$17.50/hour

Meals Provided!

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. - Prepares items for the Front of House/Salad Bar/Deli/Desserts - 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 quarterly bonus opportunities Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with a company match Paid time off Paid holidays

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!

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