Prep Cook/Dishwasher (18+)

Reports To

General Manager/Kitchen Manager

About Us

It takes characters to brew beer with character, and we at Ska Brewing Co. have been doing that since 1995. Our award-winning craft brewing roots are firmly planted in Durango, Colorado, where we work hard and play harder. Our community-minded organization does all it can to give back to the town we love.

About the Job

$16-$18 per hour DOE

In this position at The Container, you will be responsible for professional level cooking, knife and prep skills. This position both preps and works the station during service periods. Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential. Must be a team player with professional attitude. This is a non-exempt position.

Responsibilities

• All aspects of food preparation


• Utilize at all times proper sanitation practices and policies


• Demonstrates proper cooking techniques and execution


• Ensure food is consistently made to standards set


• Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinates the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense


• Help with snow removal as needed

Our Ideal Candidate

• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Should have a strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency
  


• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred of at least 1 year
  


• Positive professional attitude
  


• Team player/collaborator with the ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
  


• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills
  


• Strong multi-tasking skills
  


• Possess a food handler's card from an accredited course or be willing to obtain one
  


• May be required to work additional hours, nights, weekends and some holidays as dictated by the work load and staffing.
  


• Able to stand, carry, bend, stretch, stoop, pull and push, and lift up to 70 pounds
  


• Ability to follow standardized, written recipes and verbal instruction
  


• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness and personal hygiene
  


• Regular, predictable, and dependable attendance
  


• Must be able to speak, read and understand basic cooking directions
  


• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated and organized

Ska Bennies

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance available to full-time employees (a portion of premiums is paid by Ska Brewing Company)


• Paid Time Off for Full-Time and Part-Time Employees


• 401(k) with company match


• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)


• Discounted Ski Passes to Purgatory Resort


• Free and/or discounted entries into local bike/running races


• Paid Holidays


• Dining Discount


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Paid Volunteer Time


• Monthly employee tab to be used on merchandise and of course... BEER!

For More Information Contact Maggie at [email protected], or 970.247.5792 ext. 34