Prep Cook

Zinc Cafe and Market • Corona Del Mar, CA

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Zinc is a restaurant and market that provides our employees and customers a sense of place. Anyone who walks through the doors can recharge, connect with one another and to the community in which they live. Everything we do at Zinc is done with this in mind: Simple ingredients for a good life. Our Prep Cooks have an eagerness to learn and collaborate in the production of all of our food at Zinc. They must work well within a team, thrive in a busy environment, while constantly striving to make every guest feel at home.

Requirements

• A team player with a positive attitude
• Quick and flexible learner
• Communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail
• Basic food, kitchen equipment and prepping knowledge
• English proficiency is preferred, but not required
• Food handlers certification

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a prep position is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Display working knowledge of basic food preparation and kitchen equipment use
• Follow company recipes, portion controls, presentation specifications and prep lists
• Consistently ensure the prep station remains clean and organized
• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team and embody an environment of teamwork
• Demonstrate an eagerness to refine skills and desire to learn and grow
• Follow health, safety and sanitation guidelines
• Handle varying levels of business volume with composure & a positive attitude
• Perform all opening and closing duties assigned by managers
• Follow all safety and state guidelines for preventing transmission of Covid-19 and other illnesses

Benefits

• A friendly, fun, positive work environment
• Paid time off
• Competitive wages plus tips; minimum starting wage is dependent on the location worked
• Discounts on Zinc products, food & beverages
• Medical, Dental, & Vision plan options available for part time and full time Team Members
• Holiday Premium: hourly employees who work on an observed holiday will be paid 1.5x their hourly wage
• 401k, company matched contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed