Prep Cook Shift Lead - Catering Services

My Healthy Penguin•Rancho Cucamonga, CA

3d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

My Healthy Penguin® is expanding our catering operations and looking for a reliable, experienced Catering Cook, Shift Lead to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, excels at batch cooking, and enjoys hands-on work that goes beyond the kitchen.

Requirements

Experience in batch cooking (required)
Strong understanding of food safety & kitchen protocols (required)
San Bernardino County Food Handlers Card required
Ability to lift 40–50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods
Valid driver’s license + clean driving record (required for company vehicle use)
Reliable, punctual, and able to start at 6:00 AM
Friendly, professional demeanor when delivering and setting up catering
Ability to work independently, with minimal oversight, and able to manage the work flow of yourself and other prep cook in a strict time frame.

Nice To Haves

California Food Manager Certification (Strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Batch Cooking: Prepare high-volume recipes consistently and efficiently according to established standards, and recipe cards.
Daily Catering Execution: Pack orders, ensure accuracy, and lead in the packaging and loading of catering items.
Drive & Deliver: Safely operate a company vehicle to deliver meals to client sites on time.
Set Up On-Site: Professionally set up catering displays in accordance with set up SOPs, maintain presentation standards, and interact with clients as needed.
Maintain Kitchen Standards: Follow all food safety, sanitation, and quality guidelines.
Support Team: Work closely with our Head Chef and other kitchen staff to keep operations running smoothly Monday–Thursday
Inventory: Able to manage inventory and update available stock lists, understanding of safe storage, FIFO, and food organization practices.