Prep Cook: Catering is So Different!

Ceruti's Catering • Fort Wayne, IN

388d • $35,360 - $37,440

About The Position

The Prep Cook position at Cerutis Catering involves preparing food for various events while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This role emphasizes creativity and flexibility, allowing employees to enjoy a work-life balance while contributing to memorable catering experiences for clients.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED / HSED) preferred.
• Completion of a vocational culinary program or Associate degree in culinary arts is a plus.
• Superior knife skills.
• Understanding of industry-standard cooking and preparation practices.
• Familiarity with safe and sanitary food handling and preparation.
• ServSafe Certification preferred but not required.
• Good math skills with an understanding of cooking measurements.
• Strong sense of smell and taste.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to be cooked and served using established production procedures.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ranges, ovens, fryers, grills, and food processors safely and efficiently.
• Label prepared food items and check off production sheets.
• Store food properly and safely, marking date and item.
• Prepare all food served following standard recipes accurately.
• Portion food for serving at catering jobs.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area; clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation.
• Complete food temperature checks before service.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Earned Vacation Pay
• 401(k) plus match
• Free Meals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Award Gala
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED