Food Prep | Monday - Thursday (Every Other Friday)

My Healthy Penguin•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

About The Position

My Healthy Penguin by Christine is seeking a Food Prep team member for a high-volume commercial kitchen and meal-prep delivery service. Under the direction of the owner, Christine, the employee will perform kitchen duties and help ensure efficiency and compliance with kitchen responsibilities. The position involves assisting with food preparation, cooking, delivery, and catering setup, as well as maintaining kitchen cleanliness and sanitation. Other duties may apply. The schedule is Monday through Thursday and every other Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The posting describes this as guaranteed part-time work, four days a week.

Requirements

San Bernardino County Food Handler Card, or ability to obtain one.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work the stated schedule: Monday through Thursday and every other Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Ability to push and pull 50 pounds or more and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform kitchen duties involving food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and operation of commercial kitchen equipment.

Nice To Haves

Knife skills.
Reliability, initiative, and a desire to grow and learn new skills.
Positive attitude and willingness to take responsibility.
Ability to manage emotions and communicate effectively.
Team-oriented, respectful approach and commitment to doing one’s best.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparation, portioning, and cooking under the direction of the Head Chef.
Execute the flow of preparation and cooking days in a high-volume kitchen.
Prepare vegetables, proteins, carbohydrates, sauces, and garnishes.
Follow proper food handling and food storage practices.
Safely operate a company vehicle to deliver meals to client sites on time.
Set up catering displays at client sites according to standard operating procedures, maintain presentation standards, and interact with clients as needed.
Maintain safety and sanitation in kitchen facilities and equipment.
Store and prepare seasonings and ingredients, assemble meals, wash dishes, and operate commercial kettles, pots, pans, grills, ovens, and other equipment needed to execute meals.
Communicate with prep team members about recipes to be executed and planned.
Participate in shared kitchen cleaning duties, including dishwashing, floor cleaning, and taking out trash.
Push and pull 50 pounds or more and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.