Prep Cook / Dishwasher

Join Our Team at La PopularBe a part of something exciting! La Popular is a chef-driven concept born in Mexico City, one of the world's most exciting culinary hubs. Since launching in Roseville, CA in 2022, we've expanded to Austin, Porter Ranch, and Claremont—with more locations on the way.Our mission is simple: serve authentic Mexican food with bold flavors, in a space that feels alive and welcoming. And that comes down to our people.We're building a team that brings:Energy – A positive attitude and genuine enthusiasm that lifts everyone around you.Discovery – A constant curiosity to learn, grow, and explore new flavors, ideas, and ways to improve.Community – A mindset of connection and collaboration—with our guests and with each other.If that sounds like you, we'd love to have you on the team.The Perks!Pay Rate - $19 Per hourFun & Fast Paced EnvironmentCompany contestsGrowth OpportunitiesManagement DevelopmentBenefits packagePurpose of the PositionPrepare, prioritize and execute recipes in accordance with established policies and procedures. This is a non-exempt position that reports directly to the Kitchen Manager and indirectly to others in management.Essential Job FunctionsInteract with co-workers in a friendly, enthusiastic and professional manner (i.e., a warm smile and sincere greeting)Regular attendance and compliance with employee handbook and training manualsUnderstand and executes highlighted production sheets in order of priorityExecute all recipes to the letter in a timely manner according to La Popular's standardsMaintain and deliver all "backups" at proper temperature to appropriate areaOperate kitchen equipment in a safe and efficient mannerMaintain clean and dry buildingMaintain sanitary prep areasClean and organize walk-in, dry storage and freezer on a regular basisLabel, date and rotate all prepped items in accordance with La Popular's Shelf Life specificationsMaintain adequate product par levelsOrganize daily deliveries in proper storage areasAssist Dish station and Line functions, when neededQualificationsAt least 21 years of ageFood Handler Safety Training CardEquipment UsedSlicerTortilla PressConvection OvenGas RangeCombi-OvenAlto-ShamTilting SkilletSteam KettleRobot CoupKnives/Knife SharpenerMeat GrinderFilter MachineWand MixerTrash CompacterPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentPosition requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion; working with and around hot, cold, and hazardous equipment in a fast paced and congested environment that will occasionally be loud, hot, and/or physically demanding.At-Will Statement & Job Description DisclaimerThis position is at-will. Preps or Dishwashers have the right to resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. Likewise, La Popular has the right to terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. This at-will employment relationship will remain in full force and effect notwithstanding any changes that may occur in position, title, pay or other terms or conditions of my employment with La Popular. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nonessential functions of the job may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.