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Prep Cook

Food Works Management
Wilmington, DE Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/11/2026

Job Description – Prep Cook (Day Shift Only) (PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE APPLYING)
Location: Wilmington, DE
Schedule: Monday–Friday | No Nights. No Weekends.

Food Works Management, a Delaware-based food service company, is hiring a Prep Cook to join our growing team.

What You’ll Do:

  • Prepare meals using standardized recipes and menus
  • Maintain proper food safety and sanitation (HACCP standards)
  • Document temperatures and complete food safety logs
  • Assist with packaging and occasional deliveries
  • Keep your work area clean and organized
  • Follow direction from supervisor

What You’ll Need:

  • 2 years of cooking experience
  • ServSafe certification (or willing to complete within 45 days — we’ll cover the cost)
  • Valid driver’s license (for deliveries in our vehicles)
  • Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods

Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid Vacation (2 weeks year 1) & Sick Time (40 hours year 1)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401 (k) Matching
  • Free shift meal and parking
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability & Life insurance (company paid)
  • Daytime hours (Monday-Friday) — enjoy your evenings and weekends!

Pre-employment checks required: background check, child abuse clearance, drug test, and DMV record check.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18

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