Prep Cook (Part-Time)

Amherst College
Any Location, MA
Category Food Services
Job Description
Role Overview

The Prep Cook is a part-time position responsible for contributing to the preparation, production, and execution of high-quality menu items for a diverse campus community.

What You Will Do

Perform a variety of food preparation tasks, maintain organized and clean prep areas, and follow standardized recipes and established procedures.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Prep Cook plays a key role in maintaining organized, clean, and well-stocked prep areas while following standardized recipes and established procedures.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1 to 3 years of related experience
  • Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Basic knowledge of food preparation, kitchen operations, or willingness to learn
  • Ability to follow standardized recipes, instructions, and food safety procedures
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Effective communication skills
  • Commitment to working with a diverse and inclusive community
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts
  • Successful completion of required reference and background checks
  • An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
  • Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
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