Prep Cook

Union Joints•Royal Oak, MI

About The Position

UNION JOINTS IS THE LITTLE HOUSE THAT MAC & CHEESE BUILT. It started in 1995. The Clarkston union, Union General, Union Woodshop, Woodshop Shop, Vinsetta Garage, Fenton Honcho Fuego, Bunkhouse Burgers, Pump House, Honcho, Gran Castor, Union Assembly, Mom’s Spaghetti, Union Rec, and Lincoln Yard: these are places you won’t find anywhere else because they’re in one-of-a-kind places. 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! A Prep Cook is responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in delivering consistent food product to the customers according to restaurant guidelines. As a member of the Prep Team, you will be responsible for working with others in a small area to prepare menu items ordered by customers. This role includes food preparation and setup of the stations on the Cooks’ Line; maintaining the highest quality of cleanliness, safety, and sanitary work environment; quick and efficient preparation of menu items; ability and willingness to work as a team and an eye for detail and quality.

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 l 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