The prep cook plays a vital role in crafting the essential ingredients for our cook line, contributing significantly to the food safety, sanitation, quality, and timely delivery of dishes. At the heart of our restaurant, prep cooks are the dedicated backbone, embodying a strong sense of pride in their work and contributing to the excellence of our service.
Key duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare a diverse range of food items following Company recipes and specifications
Utilize knives, electric mixers, immersion blenders, food processors, scales and other tools for food preparation
Safely operate mixing and other food prep equipment safely, including slicers and other large commercial equipment
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in work areas during and after service
Follow food safety and sanitation practices, ensuring proper cooking, cooling, and cleaning procedures ensuring compliance with health department guidelines
Follow verbal and written instructions, communicating effectively and professionally with coworkers and management
Work in a fast-paced, noisy environment
Close the kitchen properly and complete deep clean projects as directed by the management team
Stand for long periods of time (up to 10 hours)
Requirements:
Fun, eager, positive, and committed team member
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and lift up to 25 lbs several times a day
Previous experience in a high volume restaurant setting is preferred
Minimum 1 year of restaurant industry experience in the kitchen areas strongly preferred