Overview

The Food Court Prep Cook 2 works under close supervision while assisting the Chef or Food Court Prep Cook 1 accordingly.  The Food Court Prep Cook 1 is responsible for the prepping and preparation of food as directed.  The tasks assigned must be completed quickly and efficiently while still abiding by necessary guidelines that will ensure quality standards are met.

This PT role pays an hourly wage of $23.47 to $25.47. 

For PT roles: Benefits: 401(k) savings plan and 401(k) matching.

This is a union position.

This position will remain open until October 13, 2024

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•  Adhere to Board of Health and ServSafe regulations
• Prepare food products as directed by recipe and/or supervisor while maintaining strict adherence to standards and speculation.
• Complete all assigned production priorities daily
• Maintain the cleanliness of the work area according (including but not limited to refrigerators, counters, tables, storage areas, etc.)
• Equipment/tools may be available, but it is suggested that you provide and secure your own tools
• Inform supervisor of any shortages or equipment malfunctions
• Knowledge of food quality, utilization, storage, rotation and consistency
• Demonstrates practical understanding of kitchen sanitation
• Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Qualifications  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirement

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED
• Must have sufficient math ability to accurately add, subtract, divide, multiply and perform other basic business math calculations and pass basic math skills test.
• Must speak, be able to read and understand English well enough to converse with customers, supervisor’s and employees.
• Understand written and oral direction and communicate effectively with others.

Skills and Abilities

• Creates and supports a team environment.
• Scheduling flexibility is essential, must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required.
• Six months of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Conducts work efficiently to meet high demand.
• Must be able to work in a high stress environment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces for long periods of time.
• Able to work in an environment having both hot and cold temperature extremes.
• Must have a pleasant personality and adhere to Uniform Standards policy.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Illinois Food Handler’s Card