Prep Cook

Prep CookPrep cook is a crucial member of the kitchen team, responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting in the smooth operation of food preparation. They work closely with the head chef and line cooks to ensure that all necessary ingredients are properly prepared and organized before cooking for all in-service areas.Prep Cook Responsibilities:Familiar with different cuts of meats, fish, and fowl; able to cut, bone and trim per recipe requirement or established protocol.Cuts and prepares ingredients to be used in the preparation of foods, sauces and soups used on the cook's line, as per recipe requirements.Daily clean-up of food preparation areas, equipment, floors, and tables.Daily organize food preparation areas, freezers, coolers, and storerooms.Date, store products and properly rotate foods by dateMaintains accuracy of production worksheets, wall charts, and other inventory recordsAccepts, confirms, labels, and stores incoming deliveriesNotifies manager of any quality concerns with deliveries and/or products.Follows all job safety and food safety proceduresAttends all required training, in-service, and staff meetingsMaintains confidentiality of members' PHI (Protected Health Information) and medical records information as well.This position is considered an essential role and the incumbent may be required to work during emergency situations including natural disasters.All other duties assigned.Qualifications:A High School DiplomaSix months food preparation experience and/or trainingMust be able to read and understand written instructionsAble to communicate effectivelyAbility to read and understand recipesThis individual will need to be empathetic, energetic and have an affinity for working with a diverse senior population.