Culinary Center Cook (OH, Cincinnati)

Return to Job ListingsCulinary Center Cook (OH, Cincinnati)OH, CincinnatiCulinary Center CookFive Star Breaktime SolutionsWho We AreFive Star Breaktime Solutions is a premier provider of away-from-home convenience services, delivering innovative breaktime solutions that enhance workplaceexperiences across the communities we serve. From fresh food production and refreshment services to micro-markets and vending solutions, we create products and experiences that fuel people throughout their day.We are seeking a Culinary Center Cook to join our culinary operations team. This role plays a critical part in preparing high-quality food products that support our cafeteria, refreshment, and retail operations.As part of Five Star, you're not simply preparing meals - you're helping produce fresh, consistent, and quality food that reaches customers across multiple locations.Position SummaryThe Culinary Center Cook is responsible for preparing food products in a centralized production environment while maintaining quality standards, food safety compliance, and operational efficiency. This role works closely with culinary leadership and team members to execute production schedules, maintain kitchen organization, and ensure products are prepared accurately and consistently.The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced food production environment, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering high-quality food products.Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:* Prepare hot and cold food items according to recipes, production schedules, and portion standards* Cook, season, portion, and package food items for distribution and service locations* Follow standardized recipes to ensure consistency, quality, and food cost controls* Assist with food preparation for cafeterias, catering, micro-markets, and other company food service programs* Maintain cleanliness and organization of production equipment, prep areas, coolers, freezers, and storage locations* Follow all food safety, sanitation, HACCP, and workplace safety procedures* Monitor food inventory levels and communicate supply needs appropriately* Assist with receiving, stocking, rotating, and storing food products using FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory practices* Ensure proper labeling, dating, and storage of prepared products* Minimize waste while maintaining quality and production standards* Collaborate with culinary leadership and production team members to maintain workflow efficiency* Support kitchen setup, production line execution, and end-of-day cleaning responsibilities* Maintain accurate production and temperature logs as required* Perform additional duties assigned by leadershipQualifications* Previous cooking, food production, cafeteria, restaurant, commissary, or culinary center experience preferred* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production kitchen environment* Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures* Ability to lift 35 pounds or more on a repetitive basis* Ability to frequently stand, bend, reach, lift, and move throughout the production environment* Strong organizational and time management skills* Dependable attendance and strong teamwork mindset* Ability to maintain consistency and accuracy while working under production timelines* Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screeningWhat We Offer* Paid Vacation After Six Months* Seven Paid Holidays Per Year* Competitive Starting Pay* Opportunity for Quarterly Bonuses* Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with Company Match* Career Advancement Opportunities - We Promote From Within* Stable, growing company with long-term career potentialGiving Back MattersFive Star proudly supports Feeding the Future, Inc., our 501(c)(3) charitable organization providing more than 500,000 meals annually to children facing food insecurity.Join a company committed to serving both our customers and our communities.Why Five Star?At Five Star Breaktime Solutions, we believe quality food and exceptional service make a difference. Join a team focused on producing fresh, high-quality food products that fuel workplaces and communities every day.Join the team keeping America fed.Equal Opportunity EmployerFive Star Breaktime Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.Location - OH, Cincinnati - OH - 5530 Fair Lane