Prep Cook - Burger Avon
About The Position
Max Burger in Avon, Connecticut, is seeking a skilled and reliable Prep Cook to join its fast-paced kitchen team. The role supports daily kitchen operations and helps maintain food quality and smooth service. Max Burger serves gourmet burgers, hand-cut fries, and creative menu items in a casual dining environment. The ideal candidate brings precision, speed, and attention to detail and works well in a collaborative kitchen focused on teamwork and growth. The Prep Cook assists with food preparation, station setup, inventory storage, and maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. The position requires strong knife skills, knowledge of food safety, the ability to follow recipes and plating specifications, and the flexibility to work a varied schedule that includes nights and weekends. Candidates should be able to work across grill, sauté, and prep stations and meet the role’s physical requirements.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Prep Cook; 1–2 years is strongly preferred.
- Ability to work all stations, including grill, sauté, and prep.
- Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and punctuality.
- Ability to follow recipes, plating standards, and prep instructions precisely.
- Ability to work under pressure and in a team-focused environment.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and proper food handling procedures.
- Passion for food and commitment to high culinary standards.
- Ability to work a varied schedule, including nights and weekends.
- Ability to walk and stand for long periods and lift 45 pounds without assistance.
- Ability to bend, kneel, reach overhead, and squat as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a fast-paced kitchen, particularly with burgers or casual fine dining.
- Familiarity with high-volume, scratch kitchens.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the daily operation of the kitchen.
- Assist with proper storage of goods and inventory.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment and keep kitchen equipment and stations in good working order.
- Follow recipes and plating specifications to ensure consistency and quality.
- Complete daily prep tasks, including chopping, butchering, and sauce preparation.
- Rotate and store ingredients properly to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
- Work with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and fellow cooks to support smooth service.
- Contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen environment focused on teamwork and growth.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Employee discount on meals.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- 401(k) with matching up to 4%.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and paid sick time.
- Referral program.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and pet insurance.
- Career development within the Max Hospitality Group.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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