Prep Cook & Line Support

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que • Syracuse, NY

11d

About The Position

The Prep Cook & Line Support team member helps keep kitchen operations running smoothly by preparing menu items according to Dinosaur Bar-B-Que recipes and standards, keeping stations stocked and organized, and supporting the line, prep, and smokehouse teams in meeting service demands. The role helps ensure a seamless guest experience by working with urgency and maintaining effective communication with kitchen and management teams.

The position is in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen and involves food preparation, cook-to-order support, station setup, sanitation, and completing assigned cleaning duties. The physical demands include prolonged standing and walking, lifting and carrying items of varying weights, bending, squatting, pushing and pulling, reaching overhead, climbing, kneeling, and occasionally crawling.

Requirements

• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
• Knowledge of menu items, including ingredients, preparation methods, recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow written recipes, instructions, and verbal direction accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Ability to remain calm and positive under pressure.
• Ability to solve problems and make quick decisions.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities during busy service periods.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding service to guests.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen work areas, equipment, plateware, and utensils clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Communicate with line, prep, and managers to keep stations stocked and service moving.
• Prepare cook-to-order items and support the line to ensure timely guest service.
• Prepare menu items according to recipes, Dinosaur Bar-B-Que specifications, and manager-planned quantities.
• Prioritize tasks with urgency in a high-volume kitchen.
• Support line cooks, prep, dish, and smokehouse teams as needed.
• Maintain thorough menu and recipe knowledge.
• Complete prep work and set up the cook’s station according to its diagram.
• Follow Dinosaur Bar-B-Que recipes and procedures for all food preparation.
• Respond promptly to guest requests.
• Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $18.00 to $21.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to receive full medical, dental, and vision insurance, depending on hours worked.
• Accrued PTO and sick hours.
• 401(k) eligibility after one year of service for employees age 21 or older.
• Work/life balance.
• Fast-paced work environment.
• Fun and engaging workplace.
• Internal growth and promotion opportunities.
• Opportunity to be part of a rewarding team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed