What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Kisco Senior Living?
Job Description
The Prep Cook @ Magnolia Glen prepares cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal items.Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes as well as undertake basic cooking duties to support the Cooks and Chef de Cuisine.
Schedule: FT Open availability
Pay Rate$16-$18
Paid Vacation / Sick Time / 7 Paid HolidaysExcellent - Medical / Dental / Vision Benefits / 401K
Free Meal each shift
What will I do every day?
- Follow the prep list created to plan duties· Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible· Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking· Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other mealprep· Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes· Undertake basic cooking duties, such as reducing sauces and parboiling food· Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees
Qualifications and Skills:
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed
- Ability to fully support kitchen brigade associates
- Possesses understanding of “mise en place” through proper placement and preparation of
ingredients
- Must have good communication skills
- Must have great attention to detail
- Must be comfortable working in a fast paced environment
Education/Experience:
- High school graduate preferred
- Training from a culinary school is a plus
- One year experience as a prep cook
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including: Microsoft Office applications, internet-based and custom applications
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed
- Ability to fully support kitchen brigade associates
- Demonstrates understanding of Mise en Place through proper placement and preparation of ingredients
Special Requirements/Certifications:
- Must have Food Handler’s certification as required.
What's in it for me?
- Competitive pay
- Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
- A free meal per shift
- Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
- Matching 401k (Full-time only)
- Paid Time Off
- Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
What do we do?
We create a great place to live for our residents and a great place to work for our associates. Kisco Senior Living has been a dynamic, award-winning leader in the senior living industry for over 30 years.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfying our pre-employment process, which includes successfully passing a drug screen, a job specific-related physical, a TB test, and a background check. If selected for employment, the company will cover the cost of these pre-hire requirements
*Kisco Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $16 - $18
