Prep Cook

Job overview

The Prep Cook works onsite in Ashburn, VA, with compensation of $17–$19.50 per hour. Air Culinaire Worldwide prepares catering orders and supports clients with culinary production and service. The cook prepares menu items and presentations to company specifications, supporting accurate, safe, and timely catering production. The role coordinates with kitchen colleagues to prioritize orders, maintain quality, and ensure appropriate packaging and labeling.

What you'll do

• Prepare hot and cold foods, salads, sandwiches, canapés, desserts, and sauces according to recipes and specifications
• prioritize orders
• verify food quality and presentation
• ensure accurate packaging, labeling, and allergen information
• maintain sanitation and food-safety practices
• assist with meat and fish preparation, inventory, ordering, and kitchen operations
• help train team members.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

ashburn va

air culinaire worldwide

prep cook

catering

food preparation

food safety

servsafe

kitchen production

packaging and labeling

weekend and holiday availability

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Healthcare and supplemental benefits
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid life and disability insurance
• vacation program
• employee assistance program
• supplemental insurance options.

Why this role

A current ServSafe Food Handling Certificate is required at hire or within 45 days; flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.

About the employer

Air Culinaire Worldwide is hiring for this role. Industry: Caterers. Sector: 72.