Prep Cook / Kitchen

Thrive Restaurant Group•Rogers, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

HomeGrown is a daytime eatery specializing in breakfast and brunch, known for its commitment to 'Local when it's better' sourcing and a culture of kindness. As part of Thrive Restaurant Group, a family-owned company with over 50 years of experience, HomeGrown offers a fun, family atmosphere with opportunities for learning business, leadership, and hospitality. The restaurant operates with a schedule that ensures team members are off by 3:30 pm daily, with no dinner shifts. The Prep Cook role is central to the operation of this scratch kitchen, with the responsibility of contributing to every dish served and maintaining high standards for product presentation, quality, and cook times.

Requirements

A positive attitude and desire to learn and grow
Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required.
Ability to follow recipes exactly as written.
Ability to work fast, safe, efficient, and accurately for periods of up to 10 hours per day.
Attention to detail.
Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
Mobility required during the entire shift.
Ability to transport cases up to 50 pounds as many as 20 times per day.
Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.
Adequate vision to be able to discern cleanliness throughout the restaurant and operate a touchscreen.

Responsibilities

Complete all assigned prep work (70%).
Set up workstation (5%).
Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times (10%).
Prepare menu items according to HomeGrown's Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications (5%).
Clean and sanitize the work area before, during and after shift (5%).
Complete assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects (5%).