Quest Food Management Services is looking for a Baker / Entry-level Prep Cook to join our team!
Position SummaryBaker / Entry-level Prep Cooks prepare and present menu items during service of the cafeteria to Quest standards. Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of menus and assist in the day to day operations of the kitchen. Duties may include bulk preparation, catering prep, product receiving and cleaning. Assists customers and maintains line in a consistent and professional manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare food as assigned and per directions, production sheets, standardized recipes, and time schedule.
Accurately assemble and present menu items.
Follow Quest, local, State and Federal guidelines for the proper handling of food products.
Assist in the overall sanitation of the line and product kitchen. Work with other members of the kitchen as a team.
Maintain open and effective communication with others.
Prepare all items to standardized recipes according to each specific event’s needs as outlined on the menu.
Communicate to supervisor product shortages, ordering needs and maintenance issues to maintain the level of day to day business.
Successful candidate(s) must have an outgoing, friendly and customer focused attitude, and must have the ability work with speed, attention to detail, consistency and organization. Punctuality, reliability, and the ability to work effectively on a team are a must.
Other Requirements Include:
Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Baker
Food Handler certification
Ability to perform simple arithmetic as well as to understand measurements and conversions
Ability to follow recipes
Comfortable and pleasant demeanor in very busy environments
Ability to read, write and speak English
Quest Food Management Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.