Prep Cook/Utility Food Service Worker
hace 7 días
Morristown
Job DescriptionPrep Cook/Utility Food Service Worker Join the food service team at The Seeing Eye as a Prep Cook/Utility Food Service Worker, where you will play an essential role in keeping kitchen operations running smoothly each day. This is a temporary position from June through August 2026 and maybe a little longer if necessary. This position is ideal for someone who is dependable, hardworking, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You will support meal preparation, dishwashing, sanitation, stocking, and overall kitchen readiness while helping maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace. If you enjoy being part of a team and take pride in supporting quality food service, we would love to hear from you. What You’ll Do • Prepare fruits, vegetables, salads, sandwiches, and other simple food items according to recipes, production needs, and food safety standards., • Assist cooks and kitchen staff with ingredient setup, portioning, labeling, storage, and replenishment during meal preparation and service., • Operate the dish machine and wash pots, pans, utensils, trays, and dishes, ensuring all items are cleaned and stored properly., • Clean and sanitize food preparation surfaces, equipment, sinks, shelving, walk-ins, and other kitchen work areas in accordance with sanitation standards., • Sweep and mop floors, remove trash and recycling, clean waste containers, and maintain organized utility and supply areas., • Receive deliveries, rotate stock, store food and supplies properly, and report shortages, damaged goods, or spoiled products to supervisors., • Follow safe food handling practices, including temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, and personal hygiene standards., • Support opening, mid-shift, and closing duties to ensure stations are stocked, cleaned, and ready for service., • Provide coverage for cook call-outs and vacation needs by preparing meals for service when needed., • Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality for scheduled morning, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as needed., • Help the kitchen team stay efficient during peak service periods, shift transitions, and unexpected staffing changes., • Perform other related duties as assigned to support daily food service operations.What We’re Looking For, • High school diploma or equivalent preferred., • Previous food service, kitchen prep, dishwashing, or utility experience is preferred but not required., • Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices., • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work both independently and as part of a team., • Strong reliability, attention to detail, and ability to stay productive in a fast-paced environment., • Flexible availability based on operational needs.Why Join Us, • Be part of a supportive team that helps deliver quality food service each day., • Gain hands-on experience in kitchen operations, food preparation, sanitation, and service support., • Build valuable food service skills in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment., • Take on a dependable role that is essential to daily kitchen success.Physical Requirements, • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the shift., • Ability to frequently bend, reach, lift, carry, and move supplies and kitchen equipment., • Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation., • Ability to work in hot, cold, wet, and fast-paced conditions common in food service environments.Schedule This role follows a rotating shift schedule, Monday through Friday, with hours of 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Join our team now!