Prep Cook

One Off Hospitality Group Ltd•Highwood, IL

75d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Prep Cook is responsible for completing all assigned prep lists concisely and on time, in accordance with One Off Hospitality’s standards. The role reports to the Chef de Cuisine and is classified as non-exempt. One Off Hospitality has developed and operated Chicago restaurants for almost 30 years, with a focus on treating guests like family and restaurants like home. The company provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Food Handler Certification required.
Ability to handle stress under pressure.
Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment.
Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when asked to complete tasks.
Ability to operate and use equipment necessary to run the restaurant.
Ability to move or handle equipment generally weighing 0–50 pounds.
Ability to work varied hours and days as business dictates.
Ability to stand for up to 8–10 hours a day.
Must be able to tolerate potential allergens, including peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood, and shellfish.

Responsibilities

Maintain a cheerful, courteous disposition and a neat, clean, professional image.
Follow the manager’s direction regarding the quantity and quality of items prepared.
Date food containers and rotate them according to policies.
Ensure perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
Operate, maintain, and properly clean kitchen equipment.
Maintain and clean required tools.
Work efficiently with a constant sense of urgency.
Keep the immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of problems or unusual matters of significance.
Perform shift-change and/or opening or closing duties.
Follow company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
Assist other team members as needed or as business needs dictate.