Prep Cook
About The Position
The Prep Cook performs routine kitchen tasks, including preparing food and recipes, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and organizing the kitchen under the direction of cooks, chefs, or food service managers. The role requires preparing ingredients, following recipe standards, working with high-quality fresh ingredients, and collaborating effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Postino WineCafe describes a culture centered on hospitality and offers culinary and beverage development, career advancement opportunities, and recognition for team members’ contributions.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of full-service restaurant kitchen cook experience; combined work experience and education will be considered.
- State Food Handler’s Certification is required.
- Excellent knife skills and strong ingredient preparation skills.
- Ability to adhere to recipe standards and work with high-quality, fresh ingredients.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment and work as part of a team.
- Flexible schedule, often including weekdays, weekends, and holidays; shifts may begin as early as 7 a.m. and end as late as 2 a.m., and may fluctuate.
- Internal candidates must be in good standing and free of performance issues during the stated 1-year time period.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in Culinary, Hospitality, Management, or Business is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare food and recipes.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment.
- Organize the kitchen under the direction of cooks, chefs, or food service managers.
- Prepare ingredients and follow recipe standards.
Benefits
- Meal discounts and perks
- Competitive wages paid weekly
- Earned paid sick time
- 401(k) with company match
- Reimbursement upon completion of Level 1 or Level 2 Sommelier and Cicerone certifications
- Flexible Spending and Dependent Care
- Access to medical, dental, and vision coverage when eligible
- Access to Teladoc services for all team members after 30 days of eligibility
- Fitness discounts and additional mental wellness programs for team members enrolled in medical benefits
- Thanksgiving and Christmas off
- Career advancement opportunities
- Culinary and beverage development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
