Prep Cook (PM Shift)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1439, Garden Street, Park Ridge, Maine Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60068, United States
About the Role
As a Prep Cook at Air Culinaire Worldwide, you will be a vital on-site team player dedicated to the highest standards of culinary quality and craftsmanship. You will prepare food for catering orders and client locations, ensuring every dish meets strict specifications for hot foods, sauces, and cold preparations. This role is about more than just cooking; it involves practicing culinary artistry, maintaining safe use of fresh ingredients, and supporting all culinary initiatives to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
You will work in partnership with cooks, expeditors, and management to provide production solutions that require critical thinking. Whether in our kitchen or at a client site, you are expected to uphold the utmost professional manner, supporting daily operations that include sanitation, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with external customers and support peers.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position operates on a shift schedule from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The role requires flexibility to work weekends and holidays. The work environment can be moderate to loud, and the physical demands include standing, walking, handling equipment, and lifting or moving up to 40 pounds.
Hiring Process
Final candidates for this position will be required to complete a pre-employment background check, a drug test, and E-Verify. An MVR check may be required if applicable to the specific duties of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Air Culinaire Worldwide, LLC. does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1439, Garden Street, Park Ridge, Maine Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60068, United States
Park Ridge, Illinois
Key Responsibilities
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Servsafe Food Handling Certificate, Butchering, Food Safety Tools.
Education: High School diploma is required.
Frequently asked questions about Prep Cook (PM Shift) at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc.
What does a Prep Cook (PM Shift) at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. do?expand_more
A Prep Cook (PM Shift) at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is responsible for the following: Prepare all menu items according to Air Culinaire preparation methods and specifications; Assist in the butchering of meats and fish for catering orders; Ensure food quality and presentation match ACW specifications and client requests; and Conduct preventative maintenance on kitchen equipment and direct team members to do the same.
What are the requirements for this Prep Cook (PM Shift) role?expand_more
Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High School diploma; Culinary experience in restaurants, hotels or catering; Current ServSafe Food Handling Certificate; Ability to read and interpret documents; Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; and Pre-employment background check.
Where is the Prep Cook (PM Shift) role at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. located?expand_more
Prep Cook (PM Shift) at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is based in 1439, Garden Street, Park Ridge, Maine Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60068, United States. This is a on-site role.