Creative Dining Services at Davenport University is looking for a Prep Cook. As the Prep Cook, works within the Dining Services Department to ensure that high quality, properly seasoned, nutritious food is being provided throughout the operation, in a safe manner. Works cooperatively as a valued member of the dining services team, assisting with any aspect of the dining services program necessary.
Core 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 (below 40° if cold, above 135° if hot).
- Maintains production records (food usage, overages, shortages, customer counts, etc.) .
- Maintains established logs (food temperatures, cooling temperatures, cooler & freezer temperatures, etc.).
- Maintains a clean and sanitized work area.
- Maintains a 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.
- Removes refuse as needed.
- Puts away/Pulls stock as needed.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Minimum of 1 year food service experience preferred
ServSafe Certification
We Offer:
Competitive pay and bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with a company match
Paid time off
And much, much more!
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!
Job ID: 484779081
Originally Posted on: 7/10/2025
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