Prep Cook - Clinton College

Overview

Do you love working with fresh ingredients and take pride in being part of a high-performing kitchen team? We're seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join our campus dining operation at Clinton College
, where great food and community come together.

As a Prep Cook
, you’ll play a key role in supporting our culinary team by preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and helping ensure every meal reflects the quality and care our students and staff deserve. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and value teamwork, consistency, and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

• Precisely prepare ingredients following established recipes and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment to uphold hygiene standards.
• Assist in various meal production tasks to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Contribute to the overall cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.
• Collaborate with team members to support a smooth workflow in the kitchen.

• Previous experience in a high-volume kitchen or food preparation role is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills for effective collaboration in a dynamic kitchen environment.
• Visual acuity to monitor food presentation, cleanliness, and safety standards.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy kitchen environment.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Stand for extended periods of time and navigate occasional wet or greasy floor conditions.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs (food product cases, bulk ingredients, kitchen equipment).
• Work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced environment.
• Bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Must be able to taste and smell food to ensure quality and consistency.

Clinton College, located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, is a private, historically Black Christian college founded in 1894 by the AME Zion Church. With just over 100 students and full accreditation from TRACS, it offers both associate and bachelor’s degrees across fields such as business administration, biology, nursing, cybersecurity, education, and religious studies. Built on the pillars of Scholarship, Social Change, Spirituality, and Servant Leadership, this tight-knit campus—home of the “Golden Bears”—is dedicated to academic excellence, personalized support, and preparing graduates to impact their communities and careers.

Thompson Hospitality is one of the largest restaurant, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.