Genesee Brew House Prep Cook

North American Breweries•Rochester, NY

7h•$0 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

To prepare batched food items used in all areas of operation. Items include preparation of raw ingredients (washing, slicing and dicing) as well as putting ingredients together to make soups, stocks, sauces and batch recipes. Prep cook is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods.

Requirements

Manual dexterity skills
Organizational skills
Active listening - Paying full attention to what is being said, understanding points being made, asking questions as appropriate
Speaking - Effectively convey information to others
Reading comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in related documents. Must be able to read recipes, instructions and chemical labels
Service Orientation - Actively seek opportunities to assist customers/team mates
Must obtain State mandated food safety certification

Responsibilities

Maintains proper food handling and safety procedures for all products used
Learn and be familiar with recipes and par levels
Determine preparation needs and write lists, prioritizing time and most critical needs
Know product handling guidelines including proper sanitation, storage, temperature and rotation of all food items
Properly produce all food items according to current recipes and specifications (including use of all equipment)
Maintain organization of prep area, dry storage and walk in areas
Perform opening/closing and on shift side work and maintenance properly
Verify, sign in and check quality of all deliveries
Keeps kitchen clean and organized
Maintain all appliances clean
Responsible for safe defrosting method for food needed the following day
Maintain working area safe and clean; sweep/mop as needed
Maintain kitchen floors clean and dry ensuring timely wipe up and clean-up of any spills