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Kitchen Team Member (Prep Cook)

Paradies Lagardère
Grand Rapids, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 May 2026

About the role

This is a production-style kitchen focused on preparing fresh grab-and-go food items for airport travelers. The role is centered around prep, batching, portioning, labeling, and maintaining food safety and quality standards — not traditional restaurant line cooking

Responsibilities

  • Assist with food preparation tasks, including chopping, slicing, mixing, and assembling ingredients according to established recipes and menu specifications
  • Support cooking activities by following safety protocols and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area
  • Handle food with care, ensuring proper storage, handling, and sanitation practices to meet food safety standards
  • Participate in menu planning discussions and contribute ideas for new dishes or improvements to existing offerings
  • Serve food efficiently and courteously during meal service, ensuring timely delivery and presentation
  • Maintain organized workstations, including cleaning utensils, equipment, and work surfaces regularly
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and uphold high standards of quality and safety

Experience

  • Previous experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is preferred but not required; training will be provided for motivated candidates
  • Experience in food handling, food service, or restaurant environments is advantageous
  • Familiarity with culinary techniques such as knife skills, meal preparation, and cooking methods is beneficial
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper sanitation practices is highly valued
  • Exposure to catering or large-scale meal preparation environments can enhance your application
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail and safety standards

Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering delicious meals with care! This role offers a fantastic chance to grow your culinary expertise while contributing to a vibrant food service environment.

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