Prep Cook

We’re hiring people to join our team as PREP COOKS! A Few of Our Prep Cook Benefits: Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance Domestic Partner Benefits 401(k) Antico Posto is an Italian cafe and wine bar located inside Oakbrook Center, serving lunch and dinner daily. House specialties include handmade pastas, gnocchi, ravioli, hot and cold antipasti, brick oven hand-stretched pizzas and house-churned gelato. Antico Posto’s wine list includes Italian, Californian and Washington varietals, and features more than 50 wines available by the glass and bottle. Antico Posto also has a private dining room and seasonal patio. EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify PREP COOK JOB DESCRIPTION Prep Cooks are responsible for the preparation and production of readying foods, garnishes and condiments to be used on the line or for service. Essential Functions Prepare food items and ingredients needed for menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction Ability to multi-task calmly and effectively in a busy, stressful environment Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces Key Responsibilities and Duties Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels Maintain food safety and quality standards Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator Accurately account for all items coming out of the kitchen Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook Get along well with others and be a team player #J-18808-Ljbffr