Prep Cook

TC Industries Of Canada Company; Oxford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary services company located in Oxford is seeking a Prepcook to assist in preparing meal ingredients and simple dishes as directed by the culinary staff. This role involves maintaining a clean kitchen environment and ensuring the safety and satisfaction of residents. Candidates should have a high school diploma and should be able to work well under pressure in a team setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required.
• Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meal ingredients and simple dishes as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and functional operation of kitchen areas.
• Serve food to residents and ensure a caring atmosphere.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work quickly and efficiently

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Personal cleanliness

Positive attitude

Initiative and self-discipline

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational school coursework in kitchen basics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Overview

Job Title Code: PREPCOOK

FLSA: Nonexempt

Position Purpose

The purpose of this position is to prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head cook, Certified Dietary Manager, or other staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Apportions and serves food to residents, patrons, customers, guests, and employees.
• Washes cooking equipment such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other pieces.
• Develops, compiles, and maintains food records regarding use and expenditures.
• Inventories supplies and equipment.
• Determines, or assists in determining, meals and menus.
• Ensures the cleanliness and functional operation of galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas by routinely cleaning and inspecting each piece.
• Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere with residents, residents’ families, visitors and staff.
• Protects privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to the resident, employee, residence and company information and events.
• Maintains safe and secure working environment and practices safe working habits.
• Maintains neat appearance, good hygiene and appropriate attire.
• Participates in training, in services and attends meetings as required.

Other Job Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Must display positive attitude.
• Must demonstrate initiative, self-discipline, conscientiousness, and dependability.

Physical Demands/Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works in kitchen and dining room, subject to excessive heat and cold in association with the kitchen environment.
• Stand, traverse, ascend/descend stairs, move/transport carts weighing over 100 pounds, deliver food to residents, grasp and manipulate tools/equipment to set up. Occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Stretch, bend, stoop, squat, twist, crouch, kneel, and balance to access equipment and supplies.
• Prolonged periods standing and walking.
• Operate computer, read, remain in a stationary position, converse with others.
• Converse with others, write legibly, read and comprehend written/verbal information. Communicate instructions or demonstrate tasks.
• Lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Stand and walk frequently, simple grasp; fine hand manipulation; near vision; far vision; hear conversation; speak.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required. Vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, is desirable.

Experience: Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.

Certification/License: None