Cook and Food Prep

As we enter our peak season, we are seeking versatile, dependable Culinary Professionals to join our team. We have immediate openings for Line Cooks, Food Prep Assistants, and Deli Specialists to support our high-volume corporate and school dining accounts. Whether you are an experienced cook or looking to grow your skills in a professional kitchen, we provide a fast-paced environment focused on quality and safety. Primary Responsibilities Station Management: Efficiently set up, stock, and maintain workstations with all necessary ingredients and equipment. Mise en Place: Execute high-volume food preparation including precision cutting, chopping, mixing, and sauce preparation. Culinary Execution: Cook menu items to exact recipes and standards using various methods (grilling, frying, sautéing, etc.). Sanitation & Safety: Maintain a "clean-as-you-go" workflow; manage the set-up and break-down of work areas in strict accordance with health department guidelines. Safety Compliance: Adhere to all workplace safety protocols, including the mandatory use of cutting gloves and non-slip footwear. Qualifications & Requirements Experience: 2+ years of professional culinary experience preferred. Technical Skill: Solid knife skills and familiarity with standard industrial kitchen equipment. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in fast-changing, high-pressure environments. Professionalism: Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset. Uniform Standards: Must provide and wear non-slip kitchen shoes and maintain a professional kitchen uniform. Certifications: Food Handlers Certificate or ServSafe Certification is a significant plus (but not required). Why Join Our Team? Diverse Environments: Gain experience in both corporate settings and educational dining. Immediate Starts: Rapid onboarding for qualified candidates. Growth Potential: Opportunities to work across different skill levels and culinary stations. Company Overview We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged. #Norwalk #J-18808-Ljbffr