South Suburban Park & Recreation Centennial , CO 80112
Posted 4 days ago
Prep Cook/Dishwasher Part-Time
Application Closing Deadline: Ongoing/Open
This is an ongoing recruitment process, with no specific closing date. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.
$14.95 - $19.23 per hour
Are you passionate about food? Would you like to prepare delicious dishes for our guests and play a critical role in the kitchen? If so, you are the rockstar Prep Cook we are looking for! The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients for cooking including portioning, chopping and storing. This position will prepare food with different methods of preparation and use a variety of tools and equipment. This position performs other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all menu item plates. The Prep Cook/Dishwasher is also responsible for washing and sanitizing tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment, and ensuring the dish room and equipment are clean and organized.
Our Ideal Candidate
Will have knowledge of food preparation and production for volume restaurant.
Will be able to read recipes and memorize and replicate food production procedures.
Will be have the ability to understand and follow direction from others and is able to work well in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment.
Possesses a clear understanding of weights and measures and have proficient math skills.
Will have the ability to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.
Must have the ability to perform multiple functions at once and the ability to handle the public in a friendly and professional manner.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively verbally; establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the public.
Will have knowledge of health standards and ability to communicate effectively. Ability to comply with the Health Department and other governmental agency regulations, policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
Prior experience in related food and beverage service and food preparation positions preferred.
The job description above covers the main duties of this position. Please note, as a team member, there may be additional responsibilities that are required to meet ongoing needs of the department.
Employee Benefits & Perks at South Suburban
FREE use of District fitness centers and swimming pools
Discounts on recreation classes and golf (applicable to employees working 14+ hours/week)
Paid sick leave
Opportunities for training and promotion from within
Flexible schedules
To view a complete listing of the District's most current benefit package, please visit http://careers.ssprd.org
About Us
Our mission is to foster healthy living through stewardship of the environment, parks, trails, and open space by providing recreational services and programs.
We serve residents in Bow Mar, Columbine Valley, Centennial west of I-25, Littleton, Lone Tree and Sheridan and unincorporated portions of Douglas, Jefferson and Arapahoe counties. We operate four full-service recreation centers, golf courses, outdoor pools and restaurants, two ice centers and miniature golf courses, a botanical garden event center, a BMX track, a sports dome, batting cages, an entertainment center, a hotel and a nature center. In addition, we maintain nearly 3,800 acres of developed and open space land, including 119 multi-purpose athletic fields, more than 100 parks, nearly 80 miles of trails, 60 playgrounds, 56 tennis courts, and the 880-acre South Platte Park.
South Suburban Park & Recreation