Student Prep Cook
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Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description:
The Student Prep Cook is responsible for assisting in food preparation by following standardized recipes and safety guidelines. They will work under the supervision of culinary staff to prepare ingredients maintain cleanliness and ensure food is ready for production and service.
Expectations:
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines (HACCP and ServSafe standards).
Prepare and portion ingredients as directed by supervisors.
Properly store ingredients and maintain accurate labeling.
Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining organization.
Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and supervisors.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
Follow knife safety protocols and proper cutting techniques.
Complete assigned prep work within scheduled timelines.
Assist in setting up and breaking down the prep station daily.
Task List (15 Tasks):
- Wash peel chop dice and portion ingredients.
- Assemble and package cold items (salads dressings grab-and-go items).
- Properly store and label ingredients using FIFO (First In First Out) practices.
- Weigh and measure ingredients according to recipes.
- Assist with simple cooking tasks (blanching roasting grilling under supervision).
- Organize and restock prep station throughout shifts.
- Prepare breading batters and marinades for use in production.
- Slice and portion meats cheeses and vegetables per production needs.
- Maintain cleanliness of all prep equipment including slicers and food processors.
- Follow allergen handling procedures to avoid cross-contact.
- Ensure accurate portioning and plating of pre-prepped items.
- Prepare sandwich and salad components for high-volume service.
- Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries.
- Maintain cleanliness in coolers dry storage and prep areas.
- Assist with inventory tracking and reporting low-stock items.
FAITH and EDUCATIONAL COMMITMENT
1. Commitment to the educational mission of Calvin as a Christian liberal arts University affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church.
2. A commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith learning and student development.
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
Demonstrated awareness and commitment to effectively establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity including but not limited to race gender physical limitations class or religious perspectives.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- Hospitality Experience
- Guest Relations Experience
- Cooking
- Baking
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
About Company
Calvin University is a world-class Christian university in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Calvin ranks #1 in the Midwest among regional colleges.
