Prep Cook (Full Time)
About The Position
The Prep Cook prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations. The role is based at Edwards Lifesciences in Irvine, California, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The position pays $18.00 per hour. Previous food preparation experience is preferred. The Prep Cook obtains production schedules and preparation requirements from the Chef, prepares food according to production sheets and established recipes, and helps provide prompt, friendly service. The role includes maintaining quality, portion control, safe food handling, and sanitation standards; keeping records and logs; operating and cleaning equipment; and addressing customer concerns. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- Previous food preparation experience is preferred.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous food preparation experience.
Responsibilities
- Obtain daily production schedules and preparation requirements from the Chef.
- Prepare items on production sheets according to established quantities and recipes.
- Complete and follow daily production worksheets and waste log sheets.
- Taste completed meals to ensure quality.
- Operate and clean equipment according to department procedures after each use.
- Store, label, and date food items according to policy.
- Follow HACCP guidelines to ensure food quality and safety.
- Complete required documentation, reports, and logs.
- Comply with applicable health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
- Take customer orders and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
- Serve customers efficiently and in a friendly manner.
- Complete orders from steam tables and grills and serve customers at multiple stations.
- Use approved recipes and production standards to maintain quality, serving temperatures, and portion control.
- Resolve customer concerns.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Retirement Plan
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life Insurance/AD
- Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- May be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable laws
- Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
