Kitchen Prep Staff

ASM Global•Pembroke Pines, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Prep Staff support daily kitchen operations by preparing both hot and cold menu items, maintaining proper food handling and sanitation practices, and ensuring work areas are clean, organized, and ready for service. This position plays a key role in assisting with meal preparation for events and service periods while upholding high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
One year certificate from culinary school or comparable experience.
At least two (2) years of experience in a Food & Beverage environment.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Must have a professional attitude and appearance.
Must have good eye-hand coordination to work with knives and hot cooking equipment.
Must maintain good personal hygiene.
Ability to read and interpret recipes and prep list.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Must adhere to local Food Codes.
Strong ability to work with other staff members in the facility.
Results oriented individuals with the ability to meet required timelines.
Ability to undertake and complete multiple tasks.
Position is very hands on with excessive interaction with staff.

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service or guest services experience preferred.
ServSafe certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of hot and cold menu items according to standardized recipes and events. specifications.
Assist with the preparation of breakfast, lunch, dinner buffets, and plated meals.
Oversee and complete prep lists for both hot and cold stations.
Maintain proper food handling, sanitation, and safety standards at all times.
Monitor inventory levels, communicate supply needs, and assist with ordering as directed.
Report any equipment malfunctions or repair needs promptly to the Executive Chef.
Operate kitchen equipment (knives, grill, flat top, fryer, etc.) safely and according to instructions.
Ensure all prepared products are properly wrapped, labeled, and dated.
Assist with opening and closing duties, including inventory counts.
Support the distribution of food to banquet servers and assist with plate-up and delivery for events.
Maintain a clean and organized workstation throughout and at the end of each shift.
Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, and small wares.
Operate and maintain the dish machine and ensure all china, glassware, silverware, and serving equipment are properly cleaned and stored.
Support the delivery, setup, and breakdown of kitchen equipment for events as needed.
Other duties as assigned.