Creative Dining Services is looking for a Prep Cook. As the Prep Cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary. Core Responsibilities: • Prepare food such that all food is ready for use within the established timeframe. • Prepares food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal. • Utilizes safe food handling techniques at all times. • Stores food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating. • Holds prepared food items at appropriate temperatures (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot). • Maintains production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.) . • Maintains established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.). • Maintains a clean and sanitized work area. • Maintains a safe, tidy and well organized work environment at all times; cleans up spills quickly, wears protective gear as needed (i.e. slicer glove), and stores wares safely. • Communicates needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner. • Monitors kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately. • Supports other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately. • Assists in ordering and inventory procedures. • Removes refuse as needed. • Puts away/Pulls stock as needed. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: High School diploma or equivalent preferred Minimum of 1 year food service experience preferred ServSafe Certification We Offer: Competitive pay and bonus opportunities Paid time off And much, much more! About Creative Dining Services Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be. Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!