Prep Cook

Oxford, ME

Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries

About the position

The Prep Cook position assists in producing and maintenance of food items for use by the line cooks or for direct consumption by guests of the casino. The Prep Cook is responsible for properly and safely preparing food items and completing tasks as directed. Prepare food and menu items with integrity and in accordance with set recipes and production levels. Engages with dignity, kindness and respect to all team members. Adheres to company standards and directives at all times.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Shows and provides great teamwork with all.
• Must be detail oriented and ensure that all tasks are completed correctly and safely, perhaps hundreds of times over.
• Completion of all daily assigned tasks in a safe manner within a set time frame.
• Reports any poor or inferior quality product to supervisor or above immediately upon noticing.
• Proper food handling in accordance with the Serv Safe and State of Maine Health Code requirements.
• Reports any facilities needs or equipment failures to supervisor or manager as soon as noticed.
• Maintains confidentiality and security of relevant information and an awareness of applicable laws and operates within those guidelines.
• Participates in the routine preparation and cooking of food.
• Assists in maintaining kitchen and dining area equipment and utensils in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Receives food deliveries, rotates and stores properly to prevent spoilage.
• Performs other duties of a similar or related level as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

• Successful interpersonal skills in regard to working with diverse people and levels of authority.
• Must have ability to multi-task.
• Possess a basic knowledge of kitchen operations and flow including the dishwasher.
• Possess a practical working knowledge of basic cooking skills, knife skills, and food identification & fabrication skills.