Position SummaryA Prep Cook is responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in delivering consistent food product to the customers according to restaurant guidelines. As a member of the Prep Cook Team, you will be responsible for working with others in a small area to prepare menu items ordered by customers. This role includes food preparation and setup of the stations on the Cooks’ Line; maintaining the highest quality of cleanliness, safety, and sanitary work environment; quick and efficient preparation of menu items; ability and willingness to work as a team and an eye for detail and quality. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: - Washing, trimming, cutting, and preparing foods for cooking
- Assisting line cooks per their instructions in a consistent manner
- Maintaining sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
- Measuring ingredients as required for specific food items being prepared
- Operating cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, and/or griddles
- Verifying that prepared food meets quality and quantity requirements
- Using information about daily menus to coordinate cooking times and equipment usage
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) - 1-2 years Quick Service or Fast Food experience preferred
- 1-2 years food preparation experience preferred
- Ability to handle stress under pressure and in fast-paced situations
- Work well with others and collaborate as a member of a team
- Basic math and calculation skills
- Positive attitude
- Current certifications as required by state and local laws
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation rules
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