Prep Cook

Union Joints•Royal Oak, MI

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Union Joints' Central Prep Kitchen is hiring hard-working, creative folks to round out our stellar crew! Experience a plus, but we will train! Join the crew responsible for crafting the Most Macked Mac, the most delicious pastries and more! Competitive pay and benefits including medical and supplemental insurance, on-demand pay, referral bonus, 401(k) and PTO!

Requirements

1-2 years food preparation experience preferred
1 year restaurant experience preferred
Ability to handle stress under pressure and in fast-paced situations
Work well with others and collaborate as a member of a team
Basic math and calculation skills
Positive attitude
Current certifications as required by state and local laws
Understanding of food safety and sanitation rules

Responsibilities

Washing, trimming, cutting, and preparing foods for cooking
Assisting line cooks per their instructions in a consistent manner
Maintaining sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas including FIFO, dating and labeling procedures
Measuring ingredients as required for specific food items being prepared, adhering to approved recipes
Operating cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, and/or griddles, and safely cleaning equipment after use
Verifying that prepared food meets quality and quantity requirements
Using information about daily menus to coordinate cooking times and equipment usage
Unloading and storing deliveries in appropriate areas in a neat and orderly manner
Communicates inventory needs to kitchen manager on duty
Performing opening and closing duties as assigned to maintain a clean, well-stocked work area