Prep Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for a strict adherence to recipe standards. The Prep Cook is committed to safe food handling, cleanliness, safety, and sanitation standards during the shift and prepares food with proper safety equipment, tools and recipe specs with further direction from Management. The Prep Cook is also responsible for knowing the food hierarchy in the storage of products in the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer, and also keeping the dry storage organized. The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing fresh, delicious food that looks great too.

• Responsibilities: 
  • Follow prep list created by Kitchen Manager and General Manager.
  • Follow recipes by accurately measuring ingredients and following mixing methods
  • Prepare ready to eat food and cut raw meats while avoiding cross contamination.
  • Undertake basic cooking duties such as sautéing vegetables and boiling soups
  • Label and stock all food products for proper rotation
  • Understanding of sanitation and cleanliness standards and procedures
  • Perform other related duties as requested
  • Help with washing dishes and keep kitchen clean when need it.

• Qualifications: 
  • Minimum age: 18 years 
  • Good understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety and hygiene
  • Familiar with general kitchen equipment and appliances
  • Able to follow instructions accurately and efficiently
  • Able to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Able to lift a minimum of 20 lbs