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Prep Cook - Part-Time 1st Shift

Hy-Vee Food Stores

Part time
Daytime Shifts
We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
FLSA: Hourly
We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.
Our Breakfast Cooks are the heart of the Market Grille morning operation, preparing a wide variety of hot and cold breakfast items that fuel our customers' days. In this role, you'll prep ingredients, assemble dishes according to restaurant recipes and specifications, and keep the kitchen running smoothly from the first shift through the last.
If you love working in a kitchen, take pride in quality food, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to have you on our team.
No two shifts are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:
Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile and making every interaction a positive one
Prepare cooking surfaces and ready the kitchen for service
Prepare vegetables, sides, meats, and breakfast foods according to restaurant recipes and specifications
Place food in hot cases, monitor amounts, and refill as necessary throughout your shift
Prepare items for upcoming shifts to ensure a smooth transition
Practice proper sanitation procedures and keep the work area clean and organized at all times
Work with co-workers as a team to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant work environment
Assist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assigned
Maintain strict adherence to personal hygiene, dress standards, and all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines
Understand and follow verbal or demonstrated directions and communicate supply needs orally or in writing
Work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Manager; High school diploma or equivalent experience required
Six months or less of similar or related work experience preferred
Frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in sales, food service, or delivery areas
Where applicable to the role: ability to safely use sharp knives and blades for food preparation
Where applicable to the role: exposure to heat- and burn-related hazards associated with cooking, baking, or grilling equipment
Perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties
This is a fast-paced role in a kitchen environment where you will be on your feet throughout your shift. You will have frequent exposure to cool and warm temperatures, dampness, equipment noise and vibrations, possible equipment movement hazards from slicers and choppers, and daily exposure to cleaning chemicals or solvents. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.

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