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RESTAURANT FOOD PREPARERS

MSE Branded Foods - Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower Airport

We offer top-notch pay for first-class, talented individuals to come and join our unique food service environment! An exciting career with MSE Branded Foods, located within the multicultural hub of the travel industry, is more than just a job; it's a stepping-stone to a successful future within the restaurant and retail business. We seek Cashiers, Food Preparers, and Dishwasher Associates to prepare signature brand foods for our independently owned food concepts.

Our Team Members are valued persons whose individual contributions are integral to our overall success. MSE Branded Foods managers independently owned concepts, including Chick-fil-A, Aviators, Grab' n Fly, Air Capital Bar, Dunkin' Donuts, and River City Brewing at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower Airport. We offer first-class pay along with bonuses and incentive opportunities to our employees. Full-time, part-time and seasonal positions are available. Free meal when working full day shift.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for an energetic food preparation worker to assist our kitchen workers by preparing food ingredients. The food preparation worker will wash, peel, slice, trim, chop, and grate fruit and vegetables and measure, weigh, and mix various ingredients. The food preparation worker will cut, slice, and grind various meats. You will ensure ingredients are stored and rotated effectively to optimize freshness and ensure desired stock levels at all times. You will collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.

To succeed in this role, you will ensure the quality and stability of products by complying with production guidelines, following standardized recipes, and overseeing product quality through adequate storage and product rotation. Preferred candidates will be enthusiastic, dexterous, and have stamina.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a gracious, pleasant, and friendly attitude while contributing to a teamwork-based environment.
• Working effectively with the kitchen team and complying with company procedures and food safety policies.
• Preparing workstation with required ingredients and equipment and keeping station sanitary and organized throughout the shift.
• Preparing ingredients following recipes and guidelines.
• Steaming vegetables and other basic cooking responsibilities.
• Ensuring ingredients are tagged, date-labeled, covered, stored, and rotated effectively.
• Overseeing food levels and restocking items on time.
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes.
• Establishing stock levels at the end of the shift and capturing information on standardized stock sheets.
• Demonstrate ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructions.
• Adhere to the company dress and appearance policy.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow standard hygiene and clothing protocol to maintain a professional appearance at all times while adhering to company dress and appearance policy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or High School equivalency preferred.

Experience in Food Preparation/ Service preferred - but not required for consideration.

Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.

Must be able to read and write and speak the English language.

Must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions.

Strong attention to detail

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working well in teams.

Must know and understand kitchen safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.

May be required to submit to E-Verify screening and pass a background check as required by MSE Branded Foods.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires regular attendance as scheduled in accordance with company labor needs; requires the ability to stand or walk for hours at a time; frequently required to hear, speak, walk, climb, stand, reach, bend, balance, kneel, lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.; requires the ability to tolerate significant changes in temperature and frequent immersion of hands in water and cleaning or sanitizing solutions. This job's specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

At MSE Branded Foods, operate a variety of quick and full-service restaurants featuring nationally branded quick-service concepts. MSE operations cover the spectrum of airports, universities, and premium shopping centers.