Prep Cook - Taco Beach Shack at Hollywood

South Beach Group Hotels•Hollywood, FL

About The Position

The Prep Cook prepares and/or directs the preparation of food for service, following established production procedures and recipes, special diet orders, and applicable sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards. The role includes storing food safely with item and date identification, coordinating production with meal service hours, portioning food, maintaining production records, and keeping the work area and food-preparation equipment clean. The Prep Cook also reports necessary equipment repairs or maintenance and uses facility supplies and equipment appropriately to minimize loss, waste, and fraud. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. It is a full-time role in a kitchen environment; schedules and days vary with business needs and may include weekends, holidays, evenings, and overnight shifts.

Requirements

At least 2 years of relevant culinary experience.
At least 1 year of experience in a hotel environment.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment to resolve issues.
Flexible schedule and ability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree and/or experience in a hotel or related field.

Responsibilities

Prepare or direct preparation of food using established production procedures and systems.
Comply with sanitation, personal hygiene, and health standards, and observe proper food-preparation and handling techniques.
Store food properly and safely, labeling it with the date and item.
Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to a supervisor.
Prepare food according to standard recipes and special diet orders.
Plan food production to coordinate with meal-serving hours and preserve food quality, temperature, and appearance.
Apportion food for serving.
Maintain daily production records.
Keep the work area neat and clean and clean and maintain food-preparation equipment.
Perform other duties assigned by the manager.