Kitchen Team Member (Prep Cook)

The Paradies Shops

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 21 days ago
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    Skills

    • Catering Servicesunmatched
    • Cleaning Equipmentunmatched
    • Cook Dishesunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Food Deliveryunmatched
    • Food Safetyunmatched
    • Food Servicesunmatched
    • Menu Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Quality Metricsunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Restaurantunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Sanitationunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Waitressingunmatched

    Description

    This is a production-style kitchen focused on preparing fresh grab-and-go food items for airport travelers. The role is centered around prep, batching, portioning, labeling, and maintaining food safety and quality standards - not traditional restaurant line cooking

    Responsibilities

    • Assist with food preparation tasks, including chopping, slicing, mixing, and assembling ingredients according to established recipes and menu specifications
    • Support cooking activities by following safety protocols and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area
    • Handle food with care, ensuring proper storage, handling, and sanitation practices to meet food safety standards
    • Participate in menu planning discussions and contribute ideas for new dishes or improvements to existing offerings
    • Serve food efficiently and courteously during meal service, ensuring timely delivery and presentation
    • Maintain organized workstations, including cleaning utensils, equipment, and work surfaces regularly
    • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and uphold high standards of quality and safety

    Experience

    • Previous experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates
    • Experience in food handling, food service, or restaurant environments is advantageous
    • Familiarity with culinary techniques such as knife skills, meal preparation, and cooking methods is beneficial
    • Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper sanitation practices is highly valued
    • Exposure to catering or large-scale meal preparation environments can enhance your application
    • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards

    Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering delicious meals with care! This role offers a fantastic chance to grow your culinary expertise while contributing to a vibrant food service environment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationGrand Rapids, MI

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