Prep Cook

Creative Dining Services•Covert Township, MI

11h•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Brandywine Creek Conference Center is looking for a Baker / Cold Prep Cook to join our team! The Baker will work in our Main Kitchen to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a fiscally responsible and safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years cooking experience
ServSafe Certification
Must possess a positive, can-do attitude, be detail oriented, with a love and a passion for food.
Must work with others in a cooperative manner, even while working under pressure.
Willing to engage actively in the physical work of a high-quality food service operation.
Expected to adhere to Employee Handbook policies and procedures.
As a representative of Creative Dining Services, must function in accordance with our corporate Mission, Vision, and Core Values statements.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Time food production such that all food is ready at the time of service
Prepare food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal - Breakfast Cooking Included
Utilize batch cooking techniques to avoid over or under production
Utilize safe food handling techniques at all times
Store food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating
Hold prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot)
Maintain production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.)
Maintain established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.)
Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
Follow established work rules and regulations; ready for work in the kitchen, in uniform, at the scheduled time
If work shift requires, properly open and/or close the kitchen – unlocking/locking doors & secured areas, and turning on/turning off of all equipment essential to the operation
Maintain a safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; clean up spills quickly, wear protective gear as needed (i.e: slicer glove), and store wares in a safely
Communicate needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner
Monitor kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately
Support other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately
Be proactive in communication; monitor communication posting areas closely
Assist management personnel in ordering and inventory procedures
Removal of refuse as needed
Putting away/Pulling stock as needed