2027 Prep Cook

Under Canvas Inc. • West Yellowstone, MT

19d • $14 - $15

About The Position

As a Prep Cook, you are an integral part of the food and beverage team, working with other Back of the House team members to meet culinary standards. You support food and beverage operations by preparing ingredients through chopping, slicing, dicing, blending, mixing, and basic cooking techniques. This heart-of-the-house role contributes to the success of the overall operation. You help keep guests and team members safe by following food safety and sanitation protocols, and work as part of a team to produce quality dishes and memorable dining experiences for diverse groups, families, and individuals, including guests with varying comfort levels in outdoor elements. This is a seasonal, hourly position with the option of team member housing for the duration of employment.

Requirements

• Ability to lift a minimum of 45 pounds independently.
• Ability to work in personal protective equipment when applicable.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of extensive walking, standing, bending, twisting, lifting, and maneuvering outdoors on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, humidity, and wind.
• Satisfactory completion of a background check and/or motor vehicle records check, if requested.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Food Handler (ServSafe) Certification; must be obtained by the property opening date or before starting any work involving food or alcohol handling.
• Teamwork skills.
• Communication skills.
• Kitchen experience.
• Knife skills and experience.
• Food preparation experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain composure, take action, and be resourceful and solutions-minded in unpredictable situations, including diverse guest needs, equipment challenges, weather, and other on-property incidents.
• Collaborate and interact professionally with guests, food and beverage team members, and coworkers in other departments.
• Know menu ingredients and food preparation methods to help address guest questions and special dietary needs.
• Problem-solve independently or in collaboration with the team and/or supervisor.
• Maintain guest safety by following food safety and sanitation protocols.
• Contribute culinary passion and commitment to quality menu items and positive guest experiences.
• Listen to team members, anticipate operational needs, and contribute to positive guest feedback.
• Contribute ideas to programming.
• Support teammates and step in to help others.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and plate dishes with proper preparation and portioning in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance.
• 401(k), if eligible based on the hourly minimum required by law.
• Heavily discounted tents for Under Canvas family and friends stays.
• Bar N Ranch lodge and cabin discounts.
• Lifestyle partner brand and industry discounts.
• Employee housing available for employees only, with no pets; subject to fringe benefit and maintenance fee paycheck deductions.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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