Prep Cook

Atria Senior Living•NV-Reno, NV

About The Position

The Prep Cook assists with preparing and presenting meals and snacks in accordance with company recipes and production guides. The role supports customer service and resident satisfaction by working closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef and other cooks. The Prep Cook maintains a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen, follows food safety practices and company standards for receiving, storing, and preparing food, and helps with special events, banquets, and themed meals. The position may also involve transporting and storing food and supplies, attending pre-meal kitchen stand-ups, and performing other assigned duties. The stated wage range is $15.00–$18.00 per hour, dependent on prior work history and experience.

Requirements

Effectively read, write, and communicate in English with residents and other employees.
Food handlers permit as required by provincial law, local/state law, and/or company standards.
ServSafe certification is required.
Able to follow and read recipes and production guides.
Knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking, and service.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals and snacks according to company recipes and production guides.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to support resident satisfaction with food and dining programs.
Maintain the kitchen in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition and follow assigned cleaning schedules.
Ensure food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
Keep kitchen floors clean by sweeping and mopping, and empty trash.
Assist with transportation and storage of food and supplies.
Assist cooks as requested.
Follow standard food safety practices.
Help prepare and execute special events, banquets, and theme meals.
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment in a clean and sanitary manner.
Attend pre-meal stand-up in the kitchen before meal service.
Perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.