Cold Food Prep Cook

Chief of Staff•Des Plaines + surrounding, IL

About The Position

We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and team-oriented individuals to work as a Cold Food Prep Cook preparing meals for airlines. The position is performed in a cold environment, with work taking place in the cold for the majority of the day. Duties include preparing salads, appetizers, and other cold dishes, and portioning desserts. Employees must follow the stated dress code: no jewelry, nail polish, visible piercings, fake eyelashes, or artificial nails. Tank tops, ripped or torn clothing, and shirts with offensive logos are not permitted. Employees with long hair should bring a hair tie. A government-issued ID, such as a passport or driver's license, is required.

Requirements

  • Dependable and team-oriented.
  • Able to work in a cold environment for the majority of the day.
  • Have an available government-issued ID, such as a passport or driver's license.
  • Follow the stated dress code; employees with long hair should bring a hair tie.

Nice To Haves

  • Enthusiastic.

Responsibilities

  • Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware.
  • Operate a cash register, handle money, and give correct change.
  • Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Portion and wrap food, or place it directly on plates for service.
  • Take and record temperatures of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
  • Prepare foods such as meats, vegetables, or desserts according to customer orders or supervisors’ instructions and approved procedures.
  • Keep records of the quantities of food used.
  • Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
  • Prepare salads, appetizers, cold dishes, and portioned desserts for airline meals.
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