PREP COOK - Full-Time and/or Part-Time
SALARY - $16 - 18 / hour
BENEFITS
- Employee Discount
- 401k (Full Time)
- PTO (Full Time)
- Medical Insurance (Full Time)
- Dental Insurance (Full Time)
- Life Insurance (Full Time)
- Visions Insurance (Full Time)
Our Prep Cooks are professionals who assist the back-of-house team in preparing food, maintaining a safe and clean food environment, and performing other culinary tasks as delegated. The ideal candidate is focused, driven, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a kitchen environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
- Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
- Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.
- Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
- Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Relevant culinary qualification and experience in either a hotel, resort, or quality restaurant
- Sufficient education and literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs
- Ability to read write and speak, and communicate in basic English preferred
- Serv Safe certifications (can be acquired after employment)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Must be able to work quickly and efficiently while under pressure
- Must be able to work well as part of a team
- Ability to maintain personal and kitchen hygiene
- Knowledge of kitchen operations
- Knowledge of proper sanitation methods
- Knowledge of proper food storage
- Ability to use sharp knives safely and proficiently
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Able to meet physical demands such as lifting at least 50 lbs. as well as standing on your feet for up to 8 hours
- Must be able to sustain frequent walking, bending, stooping and lifting
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Indoors
- Exposure to fast-paced, high-temperature, and noisy environment
- Occasional prolonged visual attention
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