Prep Cook

The Prep Cook supports the chef and cooks in prepping ingredients for meals and salad bar. This could include light cooking such as frying, grilling, and other duties as necessary.

This is a full time, benefits eligible, hourly position with a hiring range of $18.81-$22.37 per hour. This position may include evening and weekend hours.

Shift differential is available for eligible shifts, are stackable, and can amount to a higher wage per hour.

• Weekend differential: An additional $1.00/hour

• Evening differential: An additional $1.50/hour

Core Responsibilities:

• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep.
• Undertake basic cooking duties, such as light frying and grilling.
• Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
• Ensure that items are properly cut, labeled, dated & stored to maintain freshness and comply with regulations.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
• Perform other duties as assigned to assist the department in obtaining and maintaining its mission.
• Adhere to all relevant sanitary regulations and standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required, training from a culinary school is an asset
• Must be able to pass ServSafe within a year of hiring
• 1 year of experience as a prep cook
• Knife skills: Proficiency in cutting, chopping, and slicing, which are fundamental to kitchen efficiency and food presentation.
• Attention to detail: Ability to follow recipes and preparation details accurately, ensuring consistency in food quality.
• Physical stamina: Capability to stand for long periods and handle the physical demands of a busy kitchen.

Why you'll love working here:

• Free shift meals every day you work
• Uniforms provided and laundered on-site
• Tuition benefits for you and eligible family members
• Employer retirement contributions, generous paid time off, and holidays
• Access to campus perks including the gym, pool, and events on campus
• Evening and weekend shift differentials
• A collaborative team and opportunities to grow

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift 10-20 lbs numerous times each day and up to 50 lbs several times each day. Must be able to lift items above waist level. Must be able to push and pull up to 150 lbs frequently. Frequent bending and reaching activities. Must be able to perform numerous manual tasks and use a variety of kitchen equipment in a safe manner. Requires long periods of standing.

Other:

An offer for this position is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.

Benefits

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community. Middlebury Colleges offers its employees excellent compensation and competitive health, dental, life, disability, generous retirement matching, and vision benefits, Middlebury offers a generous time-away program - up to 34 days per year during the first two years of service, increasing as the term of service lengthens. Middlebury employees are eligible for robust educational assistance programs as well as free or reduced rates for cultural events and use of sporting facilities (including the College's golf course and Nordic and alpine ski areas). The result is a very high quality-of-life in a gorgeous setting. Middlebury Colleges offers its employees excellent compensation and other perks of employment including:

• MiddCard Privileges: access to athletic facilities, discounts at the College store, library privileges, and discounts at cultural and sporting events. In addition, the card allows door access to certain campus buildings. Spouses or domestic partners of benefits-eligible employees are eligible to receive a Spouse/Partner card with the same privileges as the employee card (except door access).
• Discounts on season passes at Middlebury College Snow Bowl, the Ralph Myhre Golf Course and the Rikert Outdoor Center.
• Access to our Partner Inclusion Program that provides comprehensive support services to the spouses and partners of Middlebury employees.
• A full listing of our benefit offerings can be found on our website by following this web link:
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Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. To this end, the College recruits talented and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across the United States and around the world. Middlebury College encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, and members of other protected classes and historically underrepresented communities. The College also invites applications from individuals who demonstrate an ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.