Prep Cook-Part Time

Are you ready to be part of a team that ensures every detail is taken care of, to create an exceptional dining experience? Are you interested in serving our seniors and positively impacting their lives? 

Then consider joining our team at Royal Park Place!

Creative Dining is seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join us at Royal Park Place Atrium in Zeeland, MI.

Schedule: 6am-2:30pm, varying days including alternating weekends.

Weekend availability required.

• Fingerprinting, background check and drug screening for illegal substances are required at this location.

We offer Part Time employees these fantastic benefits!

• Early access to pay-get paid as you work!
• 24 hours of paid time off per year
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family with free health, emotional, financial, and legal support
• Employee discounts

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Prepare food such that all food is ready for use within the established timeframe.
• Prepares food items according to established recipes and menus in a manner in which preserves food freshness, quality and appeal.
• Utilizes safe food handling techniques at all times.
• Stores food items according to established standards of practice; utilize proper labeling and dating.
• Holds prepared food items at appropriate temperatures 
• Maintains production records and established logs 
• Maintains a clean, sanitized, safe, tidy and well-organized work environment at all times; cleans up spills quickly, wears protective gear as needed (i.e. slicer glove), and stores wares safely.
• Communicates needs and concerns regarding food production and kitchen operation to supervisor appropriately, and in a timely manner.
• Monitors kitchen equipment for proper functioning; report any discrepancies to supervisor immediately.
• Supports other kitchen employees in assuring that the essential functions of the kitchen are performed adequately and appropriately.
• Assists in ordering and inventory procedures.
• Puts away/Pulls stock as needed.
• For those working in a lead role, additional duties include:

• Provide leadership and instruction; Keep management apprised of overall operations;
• Refer and provide information to higher level manager/supervisor regarding issues or concerns; and perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The Prep Cook position includes physical work moving inventory, product, carts, tables, etc. as well as food preparation and production using kitchen utensils and commercial kitchen equipment.  Must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs.  Environment may include hot, humid, or cold temperatures.  May require extended working hours at times.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Minimum of 1 year food prep experience required
ServSafe Certification preferred

About Creative Dining Services
Creative Dining Services partners with college, universities, Fortune 100 companies, full-service senior living communities, conference centers and K-12 schools and camps to provide a different kind of hospitality and facility management services experience – one that’s fun, innovative, and focused on your community. Why? Because that’s how it should be.

Creative Dining Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly!