Prep Cook

Holiday by Atria - White Oaks•Manchester, CT

3d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Prep Cook assists with preparing and presenting meals and snacks in accordance with company recipes and production guides, while helping maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen. The role supports food service for residents, works closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef, and contributes to special events, banquets, and themed meals. The Prep Cook attends kitchen pre-meal stand-ups and may perform other duties as needed or assigned. The position offers a wage range of $18.00 to $21.60 per hour, dependent on prior work history and experience. Atria's Flourish at Atria benefits program offers medical, dental, life, and vision coverage options; paid holidays and PTO; a 401(k) employer match; career development opportunities; employee recognition and referral programs; and employee discounts. Benefit enrollment varies by employee classification.

Requirements

Effectively read, write, and communicate in English with residents and other employees.
Hold a food handler's permit as required by provincial, local, or state law and/or company standards.
ServSafe certification is required.
Be able to follow and read recipes and production guides.
Have knowledge of food handling, preparation, cooking, and service.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation and presentation of meals and snacks in accordance with company recipes and production guides.
Provide a high level of customer service.
Work closely with the Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef to keep residents satisfied with food and dining programs.
Maintain the kitchen in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition at all times.
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 transporting and storing food and supplies.
Assist cooks as requested.
Follow standard food safety practices.
Assist with preparing and executing 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.