Prep Cook - Full & Part-Time Positions Available

Job Description

Job Description

Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC Event Center is seeking to fill the position of Prep Cook.  This position will be responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment at all times. 

What sets us apart from other employers is that we can offer you some additional benefits to you and/or your family.

• Employee benefits for our full-time staff, which includes health, dental, vision and life insurance. The Organization contributes towards our employees' health and life insurance.
• Our employees  do not  have to wait until the end of the biweekly payroll period to receive their earned compensation. We have a program that will allow our employees to take an advance on a portion of their earned wages.
• Free employee membership to the Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC and JCC on the Cohn Campus, which have fitness centers, pools, adult and children programming, childcare and much more. 
• Employee discounts offered on any enrollment in our preschool, aftercare and summer camp programs at any of our facilities.
• Flexible Work Schedule 

Essential Job Functions (but not limited to)  

Perform all kitchen duties as assigned  

Cleans and sanitizes the working surfaces, tools, utensils and work area 

Understands and complies consistently with our standard cooking methods and procedures 

Carefully supervises the food temperature and the temperature from cooling to ensure that 

the food is kept at proper temperature. 

Accepts or rejects food from suppliers, based on their appearance and quality 

Label and stock all items so they can be organized and easily accessible 

Able to put incoming trucks away in proper spots. 

Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems or product shortages to Chef 

Follow all prep lists created by chef 

Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping Vegetables, cutting meats etc 

Able to assist others in the kitchen 

Opens and closes kitchen effectively 

A team player with good communication skills 

Ability to interact and develop rapport with kitchen staff 

Knowledge of proper and safe use of tools and equipment and safe food handling 

Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils 

Professional appearance and attitude 

Must be able to work a flexible schedule 

Must be efficient with time 

Lifting, pushing and pulling in excess of 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and/or available 

equipment as physically required for extended periods of time. 

Be able to walk, bend, stoop, balance, crawl and reach for extended periods of time 

Must be capable of work at heights, sometimes above 10 feet. 

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions typical for Florida environment. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer 

We are a Drug Free Workplace