EL Cook/Prep
El Pollo Loco (WKS Restaurant Group)•Bakersfield, CA
•$20 - $40•Onsite
About The Position
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and food items according to El Pollo Loco’s recipes, prep procedures, and food safety standards. This role supports kitchen efficiency and consistency, ensuring ingredients are ready for grilling and service.
Requirements
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Previous food prep or kitchen experience preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients including marinating chicken, chopping produce, portioning proteins, and preparing salsas according to brand standards.
- Follow approved recipes, prep lists, and portion controls.
- Label, date, store, and rotate food items according to FIFO guidelines.
- Assist with basic cooking or grill support tasks as assigned.
- Maintain clean and organized prep areas, coolers, and storage spaces.
- Clean and sanitize prep tools, utensils, and equipment.
- Monitor prep levels and communicate shortages or quality concerns to management.
- Support kitchen operations during high-volume periods.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
- Properly handle raw and cooked products to prevent cross-contamination.
- Comply with company safety policies and cleanliness standards.
- Work collaboratively with cooks and grill staff.
- Follow direction from managers and shift leaders.
- Demonstrate dependability, teamwork, and professionalism.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
