Prep Cook | Part-Time | Utah Valley Convention Center

Prep Cook

The Prep Cook is responsible for food prep, cooking, and cleaning the kitchen and dishes. Clean, cut, or peel foods to prepare them for cooking and arranging on serving dishes. Kitchen employees follow directions from the executive chef. In addition, food preparation workers clean and maintain work areas and equipment.

This role will pay an hourly rate of $15.00 - $16.00

Benefits for part-time roles: 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching.

This position will remain open until December 11, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Clean, cut, or peel various foods to prepare for cooking or serving.
• Prepare foods according to banquet orders.
• Preparation and set up of hot and cold plates as directed.
• Arrange food on serving dishes.
• Give food to waiters and waitresses to serve to customers.
• Maintain and clean all equipment-related areas used in food prep, serving, and storing.
• Handle and move objects.
• Perform activities that use the whole body.
• Monitor events, materials, and surroundings.
• Communicate with supervisors, peers, or subordinates.
• Estimate sizes, quantities, time, cost, or materials needed.
• Control machines and processes.
• Evaluate information against standards.
• Establish and maintain relationships.
• Other duties as assigned by the director of food and beverage and the executive chef.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook experience is highly preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent GED.
• Able to operate standard kitchen equipment, including the broiler, steamer, convection oven, mixer, meat slicer, and chef knife.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
• Ability to work closely with kitchen staff but also spend time alone cooking.
• Provide excellent service to customers.
• General knowledge for the health and safety of patrons and staff.
• Must be sure that all details of the job are performed and work is accurate.
• Must be able to multitask.