Prep Cook - Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar

Prep Cook - Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar

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Be part of the opening team at Hershey Social Restaurant + Bar, downtown Hershey’s newest restaurant and bar. Located near the iconic intersection of Cocoa and Chocolate Avenue, Hershey Social features bold flavors, signature cocktails, and over-the-top desserts inspired by Hershey’s chocolate roots.

This position is responsible for the food production of Hershey Social and assisting the culinary team with a variety of tasks.

As a Part-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission and parking to Hersheypark, discounts on food & shopping, and more as soon as you receive your Employee !

• Prepare all food items according to prep sheets and standardized recipes with speed and consistency of quality. Adhere to all food safety guidelines at all times.*
• Regularly clean and sanitize the work area to maintain a safe and clean workspace at all times.*
• Prepare, cook, plate, garnish, and expedite food for service.*
• Store all food products following appropriate guidelines. Organize items in walk‑ins and ensure proper storage and item rotation.*
• Minimize waste and ensure product is being produced according to its recipe and guidelines.*
• Maintain communication with front of house staff to ensure timely service to the guests.*
• Assist with training newer staff in processes and procedures.*
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be 16 years of age or older on the date of applying
• Must be certified or be able to pass a Serv Safe class (Serv Safe Training – will be provided)

• Average to above knife skills
• Ability to follow and troubleshoot recipes/menu items with little or no difficulty
• Ability to efficiently set up and maintain workstation
• Ability to demonstrate the outlet style of cuisine through food tasting and preparation
• Ability to assist Chef with maintaining accurate inventory levels
• Ability to handle average amounts of prep work and work 2-3 stations with little or no difficulty and minimal assistance
• Ability to work with position, supportive attitude, skill, speed and cleanliness

• Physical requirements include the ability to stand for up to eight hours at a time, walk, bend at the waist and knees and have repeated manual dexterity, and the ability to push, pull, and reach above shoulder level, and lift up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Must be able to withstand the temperatures of a kitchen/food stand environment
• Must be comfortable with exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Employee must provide proper footwear (black non‑skid/non‑slip sneakers)
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including morning, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with shifts starting as early as 7 AM and ending as late as 10 PM

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Entry level

Part‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitality