Prep Cook

Prep Cook

Department: Kitchen

Reports to: Kitchen Manager

Summary

To efficiently process and complete needed steps in the food prep area. To clean working area and other kitchen areas as defined by the supervisors.

Principal Activities & Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and rotate all food/paper stock
• Maintain organization of all food storage areas
• Use sharp knives as well as electrical slicing and mixing equipment
• Follow procedures and existing recipes
• Identify and work with raw meat
• Clean floors and mats in the immediate prep area
• Take out garbage
• Write and complete a prep list each day
• Complete assigned side work duties
• Assist in other areas of the kitchen
• Maintain Food & Beverage hygiene standard
• Provide courteous service to our guests and be cordial to all team members
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Maintain a consistent, regular attendance record
• Other duties as assigned by management

Job Requirements

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables
• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and/or small group situations to guests and other team members of the organization
• Ability to work with team members without judgement or criticism
• Experience preferred, but not required

Level of Authority & Restrictions

• No supervisory authority

Physical & Mental Demands

• MMust be able to lift at least 75 pounds
• Must be able to regularly stand, walk, use arms and hands to find, handle, feel and reach
• Must be able to frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of times
• Must be able to periodically work in a warm to hot environment

Working Conditions & Environment

• Must be able to handle high volume equipment
• Must be able to maintain a high level of sanitation/cleanliness in area as well as equipment
• Is required to work in a smoke-filled environment
• Is required to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and special events as needed

Mandatory Requirements

• Must obtain food workers permit
• Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Must be able to read recipe book and follow instructions

You must use all measuring devices (this is not an option) Our recipes are very exact, there is no a dash of this or dash of that.