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Spiced Black

Cook

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Our healthy heritage cuisine, inspired by the African diaspora, is crafted for easy enjoyment in a ... Tasks include Front of the House (FOH) duties, Prep Cook responsibilities, cooking on the grill ...

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Lead Cook

Woodford, VA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining ... This role may also assist with training team members, organizing prep needs, monitoring food ...

Thompson Hospitality Corporation

Job Fair-THS

Itta Bena, MS · On-site

$13.25 - $15.25/hr

Prep Cook Retail Dining * Cashier * Prep Cook * Supervisor * Food Service Worker Dining Hall ... Founded in 1950, it plays a crucial role in providing educational opportunities to African American ...

Schlesinger's Steakhouse

SAUTÉ COOK

Newport News, VA · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Take ownership of your sauté station from prep through closing * Keep your station prepped ... Schlesinger's also has succulent seafood such as twin South African Lobster Tails, Rockfish with ...

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions

Line Cook

Woodford, VA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

Home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining ... Daily Prep List. As part of our team, you'll embody our Promise to Lead with Love -guiding ...

Dakar NOLA

Pastry Cook

New Orleans, LA

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

West African cuisine is rich with history, flavor, and heart--and we're honored to share its story ... Morning prep shift with occasional evening availability Attire: * Black non-slip kitchen shoes and ...

Dakar NOLA

Pastry Cook

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.50/hr

West African cuisine is rich with history, flavor, and heart--and we're honored to share its story ... Morning prep shift with occasional evening availability Attire: * Black non-slip kitchen shoes and ...

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Prep Cook - Benedict College

Columbia, SC • On-site

Thompson Hospitality Corporation
Hospitality Services • 1 - 5K employees
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$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Prepare ingredients precisely following established recipes and guidelines.

  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment to uphold hygiene standards.

  • Assist in various meal production tasks to support efficient kitchen operations.

Thompson Hospitality rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
Do you have a passion for food preparation and a commitment to quality, organization, and teamwork? We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join our culinary team and play an essential role in delivering an exceptional dining experience.
As a Prep Cook, you will help lay the foundation for kitchen success by preparing ingredients, supporting daily food production, and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment. Your contributions will help ensure that every meal is prepared efficiently and meets our high standards for quality, consistency, and presentation.
Responsibilities
  • Precisely prepare ingredients following established recipes and guidelines.
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment to uphold hygiene standards.
  • Assist in various meal production tasks to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
  • Contribute to the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
  • Collaborate with team members to support a smooth workflow in the kitchen.

Qualifications
  • Previous experience in a high-volume kitchen or food preparation role is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills for effective collaboration in a dynamic kitchen environment.
  • Visual acuity to monitor food presentation, cleanliness, and safety standards.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy kitchen environment.
  • Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:
  • Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures.
  • Stand for extended periods of time and navigate occasional wet or greasy floor conditions.
  • Lift and carry up to 50 lbs (food product cases, bulk ingredients, kitchen equipment).
  • Work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced environment.
  • Bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
  • Operate kitchen equipment safely.
  • Must be able to taste and smell food to ensure quality and consistency.

Who We Are:
Benedict College is a private, historically Black liberal arts college located in Columbia. Founded in 1870 by Bathsheba A. Benedict, the institution was established to provide educational opportunities for formerly enslaved African Americans following the Civil War. Today, Benedict College serves more than 1,700 students and offers undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, education, engineering, cybersecurity, biology, and computer science. As a recognized HBCU, the college is known for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, community engagement, and student success.
Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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About Thompson Hospitality

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Thompson Hospitality is the nation's largest minority-owned food and facilities management company. Our services include hospitality, full dining and quick service restaurants, campus dining, diversity consultation, facility operations and maintenance management. We are a family-run organization with more than twenty-five years providing services built on our core mission to provide a positive experience to every relationship we are involved in: one guest, one client, one team member at a time. As a fast growing company, we have a growth plan to more than double in size over the next three years. We are looking for team members who are interested in developing their careers to the next level while joining our team of over 4,000 employees, serving clients in over 40 states to include more than 1.9 million guests each year.

Industry

Hospitality services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Reston, VA, US

Year founded

1992

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