Prep Cook jobs in Delaware

Prep Cook - Big Chill Beach Club

Job Description

Summary of Position: Big Chill Beach Club is gearing up for another great summer season, and we're hiring Prep Cooks to join our awesome culinary team! The Prep Cook at the Big Chill Beach Club will cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List. Must Enjoy the Ride!

Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Complete opening and closing checklists
• Refer to the Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties
• Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
• Understand and comply consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
• Promptly report equipment and food quality problems to the Kitchen Manager
• Inform Kitchen Manager immediately of product shortages
• Use our Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products. Do not rely on the memory of yourself or other employees
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty
• Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products prepared
• Handls, store and rotate all products properly
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor
• Live the brand and be a brand ambassador; make decisions in the best interest of the restaurant every time

Qualifications:    

• 1-3 years full-service restaurant kitchen experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Culinary degree preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States
• Must possess strong understanding of cooking methods & procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read & follow cooking directions and other instructions pertaining to the position
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Basic written & verbal communication skills
• Must be organized with a self-starter & motivated work ethic
• Must be a team player
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, lift, and carry heavy materials up to 50lbs

Hours & Pay: This position pays $15-21/hour based on experience and awesome employee perks. La Vida Hospitality Group offers unique lifestyle-based benefits geared towards doing what we do best - Enjoying the Ride & Celebrating our Tribe!

• Unlimited growth potential with salaried management opportunities
• Travel opportunities
• Team events & outings 
• Local lifestyle perks like paddleboarding & kayaking discounts
• Professional leadership development and continuous coaching, training, and mentorship
• Food, beverage & retail discounts
• Benefits for salaried team and paid time off for full-time hourly employees
• Celebrate Wellness program dedicated to supporting employee wellness