Prep Cook - Merrill & Houston's Steak Joint

Geronimo Hospitality Group•Beloit, WI

About The Position

The Prep Cook at Merrill & Houston’s Steak Joint prepares and cooks food items using standardized recipes and follows food safety guidelines. The role supports a classic steakhouse focused on quality food and attentive service, and helps ensure guests have a memorable experience.

Requirements

Previous experience in a non-fast-food restaurant and/or culinary school training is required.
Must have ServSafe Certification or be willing to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
Must be able to keep up with a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to work irregular hours, including late nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to perform with minimum supervision.
U.S. work authorization is required.

Responsibilities

Report to work on time in the specified uniform and be ready to work when the shift begins.
Prepare food items according to recipes and correct food-handling procedures.
Maintain production par levels according to prep sheets.
Measure and mix ingredients accurately, and review recipe modifications with the Executive Chef to meet quality standards.
Taste-test food and take food temperatures in accordance with ServSafe procedures and guidelines.
Perform food preparation and cooking tasks, including measuring, washing, peeling, cutting, grilling, baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, carving, and portioning.
Monitor food quantities, quality, and display during preparation.
Stock the workstation appropriately for each shift and meal period.
Know the menu, the ingredients in each dish, and how to assemble dishes to order.
Date food containers, rotate food as needed, and keep perishables at proper temperatures.
Clean the workspace after each shift, including changing storage containers, labeling ingredients, and scrubbing and sanitizing all parts of the station.
Treat coworkers and managers respectfully and contribute to a positive, helpful work environment.
Promote a positive perception of the company internally and in public.