Prep Cook

Are you looking for a part-time job with flexibility and the possibility of maturing into full-time? If so, our prep cook position may be right for you! Happy Day Catering is currently seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our culinary team.
This is a part-time position with the possibility of full-time. Ability to work Saturdays is required. Schedules will vary based on the amount and types of events booked each week. 6 months of food service experience is required.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in preparation of all types of food items while following recipes
• Works as a team player
• Assists in cleaning the whole kitchen area, kitchen equipment, refrigerators, freezers, and storage area
• Advises supervisor of kitchen equipment repair or replacement needs
• Oversees food display and garnishing
• Properly utilizes, stores, and labels cooked food and food items
• Checks computer printout for menu amounts and recipes. Reports any discrepancies to supervisor. Submits food usage report to supervisor.

Qualifications:

• 6 months prior experience in a reputable restaurant or hotel that is culinary and hospitality driven
  • If you do not have experience, we will train the right person
• A strong work ethic and commitment to uncompromising quality
• A team-oriented approach and a calm demeanor during time-sensitive tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully
• Maintain a positive attitude and commitment to excellence
• Professional, teachable, enthusiastic, and willing to learn the Happy Day way
• Must be flexible with scheduling, including Saturdays
• Access to reliable transportation
• MUST obtain WA Food Worker Card and Idaho Food Safety Exam certification within 14 days of hire.

Compensation:

• Wage $14 - $16 Depending on experience

Enjoy the benefits of working for a successful company, with comprehensive training, benefits to qualifying employees including a monthly meal discount card to all Happy Day locations, medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match and daycare reimbursement, and being a partner to the community.

Based in Lewiston, ID, Happy Day Catering is the foremost catering and event planning company in the Inland Northwest region. We are a ten-year KLEW Best of the West Caterer & Banquet Facility winner, and it shows in every step of our service. As an arm of the Happy Day Restaurants family, we value our guests, our employees, and our communities, giving back frequently to a variety of local non-profit efforts.
We offer the most dynamic and professional service in the industry and seek to constantly raise our standards while developing each of our employees into leaders. If you want to be a part of this community of excellence, apply today!
Learn more about us at happydaycatering.com.