We recruit the best talent and invest in their ongoing development, through training and mentoring. We provide opportunities to work across our national network. dnata catering U.S. is looking for a Prep Cook to join our Boston team supporting the Logan.

Key Responsibilities as a Prep Cook at dnata Catering, you will play a vital role in our aviation catering team, ensuring the timely and accurate preparation of high-quality meals for airline clients. Your main responsibility will be to assist in the preparation and organization of ingredients, ensuring they are ready for cooking and assembly. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will follow recipes and portion guidelines to measure and prepare ingredients, such as vegetables, meats, and sauces, while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standards. With a keen eye for detail, you will assist in the proper storage and rotation of ingredients, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste. As a Prep Cook, you will also contribute to the efficient operation of the kitchen by assisting with inventory management, stock rotation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Collaborating closely with the culinary team, you will support the production of high-quality meals by assisting in cooking, baking, and assembling dishes as required. Your commitment to teamwork, efficiency, and culinary excellence will contribute to dnata Catering's reputation for delivering exceptional aviation catering services.

dnata is one of the world’s largest air services providers. Established in 1959, the company ensures the aviation industry operates smoothly and efficiently in 127 airports. Offering ground handling, cargo, travel, and flight catering services in 35 countries across six continents, dnata is a trusted partner for over 300 airline customers around the world. Each day, the company handles over 1,900

Accepting applications until: [Insert date 35days out]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cuts and portions different types of meat according to specifications
• Cuts and portions different types of cheese according to specifications
• Cuts and portions different types of fruits and vegetable according to specifications
• Assist with dishing out all food and or meals for airlines.
• Read and follow dnata Catering recipes correctly and provide correct proportions.
• Comply with all HACCP/GMP and dnata catering sanitation and proper food handling policies and procedures.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Other duties as assigned by management.

This salary range and is influenced by the level of experience. When calculating the base pay, we take into account various factors such as location, qualifications, training, and experience as part of the overall compensation package. [Insert salarly if in NY or CA if not delete this ]

EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED with 3+ years’ experience in a high-volume food service with at least 1 year experience/exposure to menu research and development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A reliable, quality-conscious, safe worker.
• Culinary knowledge of terms, procedures, and practices.
• Flexibility to perform assigned tasks independently or as part of a team.
• HACCP knowledge.
• Excellent attention to detail and self-organized
• Ability to deal with a heavy workload.
• Ability to accurately monitor
• Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays).
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks. 

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits.  Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. 

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.

dnata’s Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

There are two aspects to working as effectively as we can: our people and our results. Our eight competencies are designed to help you focus on these aspects:

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position:

Employees at dnata are expected to live our Values of Safety and Security, performance-driven, Service Excellence, Delighting Customers, Imagination, and respect. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

• We put safety and security first in all our actions.
• We will set challenging goals and meet them.
• We deliver to a consistently high quality.
• We take ownership and responsibility of a situation until it is resolved.
• We are not afraid of failure and learn through our mistakes.
• We respect each other regardless of background.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a strong workplace and community. At dnata, we’re proud that our workforce is as diverse as the customers we serve. And we’re committed to nurturing your talent with mentoring, volunteer, and professional development