Prep Cook

The Prep Cook chops vegetables, trims meat and fish, and makes sauces and dressings. In addition, he or she helps with other tasks, including storing leftover food, washing dishes, cleaning work areas, and emptying trash. This is an opportunity to learn the skills to become a cook or chef through on the job training.

The ideal candidate for this position has a high school diploma or GED and previous experience and familiarity with basic cooking supplies and equipment is preferred. Fluent English speaking and writing skills, good time management skills, and professional dress, speech, and behavior are all required for this position. 
Please note:

• If a hiring manager should contact you, information regarding your application may come from an email address that your email provider may not recognize. Please be sure to check all email folders (including "junk" or "spam" folders) to be sure you're receiving updates.


• If advanced to the next stage of the hiring process, you may be asked to fill out a longer application.

COMPENSATION

• Depends upon Skills and Experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines


• Practice, monitor, and reinforce food safety procedures according to policy and health/sanitation regulations Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant


• Manage and maintain safe working condition


• Restocks food supplies and takes inventory when required


• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station


• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager


• Maintain fast, accurate service, positive guest relations, and ensure service is consistent with quality standards

QUALIFICATIONS    

• Able to lift 50 pounds to waist level


• Neat, clean, and professional appearance


• Willingness to work a flexible schedule


• Exhibit a sense of urgency


• Strong stamina to work long or split shifts


• Willingness to work on your feet


• Basic culinary coursework or equivalent experience highly preferred


• Highly collaborative nature


• Previous prep or line cook experience


• Fluent English-speaking and writing skills

BENEFITS    

• 50% off food purchases during and after work shift


• Advancement opportunities