Part Time Prep Cook

Prep Cook

The Prep Cook will assist in the production of all food items in the day-to-day operations of the Galley. The hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 5am-10:30am.

Job Duties

• Demonstrates IWCC's core mission, vision, and values.
• Enforce policies and guidelines set forth by the food service department
• Practice great customer service to ensure all food service guests have a memorable experience
• Practice safety and sanitation according to the food service policies as well as those implemented by the Iowa health code and local health department
• Assisting in training part-time production staff when needed
• Production of daily menu/catering items
• Responsible for the stocking, preparation, service and clean-up of the hot food production
• Evaluating leftover food items and creating a new quality product
• Maintain equipment used as assigned by the food service management
• Recording your daily production pars to ensure proper quantities are prepared
• Ensure that FIFO is implemented and being used at all times
• Responsible for the safety and sanitation in the production area
• Professionally interact with the Culinary Arts faculty and staff to ensure a positive working relationship
• Professionally interact with Daycare staff to ensure a positive working relationship
• Attend industry-related workshops, conferences and seminars as assigned by the Food Service Director
• Immediately report and malfunctioning or broken equipment/small wares to Food Service Director or Executive Chef
• Perform other duties as assigned by the food service management
• Regular, reliable & prompt attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, post-secondary education preferred
• 2-5 years of experience in the food service industry
• College or Secondary food service experience preferred
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and procedures
• Production and service of menu items
• Skills to compute portions and extend recipes
• Ability to work professionally with students and campus guests
• Ability to pass a background check

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift 30-50lbs
• Cognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions)
  • Reading, Writing, Calculating
  • Social Interaction Skills
  • Reasoning/Analysis
  • Works with Minimal Supervision