Prep Cook (Part Time)

Cosm•The Colony, TX

22d

About The Position

The Prep Cook ensures that food is produced to the highest quality, recipes are followed precisely, and the kitchen is kept clean and organized. The role supports a collaborative kitchen team and helps wherever needed. The employee must follow Cosm policies and procedures and be able to perform the job’s essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills.
Must be of legal age to work unrestricted hours as provided by local ordinances and state laws.
Must be able to continuously stand and walk and lift up to 50 pounds.
Must work well in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
Must demonstrate good time-management and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous culinary experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Obtain and maintain a valid food service permit.
Follow prep sheets, food-handling procedures, and allergen-risk practices described in the department training manual.
Follow recipe shelf-life requirements and comply with health department rules for food storage in refrigeration and dry storage areas.
Prepare stations by managing product use and rotation, observing shelf life, portioning correctly, and minimizing waste.
Ensure prepared food meets or exceeds company quality standards; record waste on the waste sheet and keep waste to a minimum.
Prepare the station for anticipated business levels and ensure it is ready at the scheduled time.
Use clean-as-you-go practices and keep food preparation and storage areas, including floors, clean and organized.
Use safe knife skills and operate line equipment safely in accordance with safety procedures.
Know the menu items prepared at the station; label and date prepared food items.
Follow company recipes precisely and help team members maintain order accuracy and speed of service.
Interact positively and professionally with fans, coworkers, and managers; remain knowledgeable about company products, services, promotions, and recurring events.
Follow supervisors’ directions, including requests for side work and cleaning, and attend scheduled ongoing training.
Work a variety of shifts according to operational needs, including late hours, holidays, and weekends.
Follow company and state safety guidelines to provide a safe working environment.