Kitchen Prep

Description:

Position Summary: Prep and assist with food preparation and place out onto the hot food/ salad bars.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:

• Follow the prep list created by Kitchen Supervisor 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
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Reporting Relationship:

• Kitchen Manager

Subordinate Staff (providing direct supervision):

• None

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Some companies may have a minimum age requirement of 18.
• Deli counter or food preparation experience may be required.
• Ability to lift heavy items, ranging from 5 to 10 lbs, and operate equipment, such as meat and cheese slicers, handling knives, etc.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and math skills.
• Ability to speak, read and fluent in English to ensure fluent communication with customers, coworkers, and supervisors who only speak English. Spanish speaking a plus.
• Ability to comprehend and follow all company procedures and regulations regarding food handling and sanitation.
• A courteous and efficient approach to handling customer requests, questions, and complaints.

Work Environment:

• Store Climate can range, averaging 70-78 degrees, freezer and walk-ins low as 20 degrees.
• Moderate level noise.

Travel:

• No travel needed

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly stand, bend, twist, kneel, and crouch; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to stand and move for up to 8 hours per day

LIFTING: Average Weight: 5 lbs up to 10 lbs. Frequency: Daily

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