Prep Cook

Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill • Fort Wayne, IN

26d • $13 - $15

About The Position

Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill is seeking motivated and reliable full-time candidates who can produce high-quality results in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with a strong focus on consistency, safety, and sanitation. The Prep Cook prepares recipes and ingredients according to restaurant manuals, recipes, instructions, prep lists, par levels, and restaurant needs. The role also involves maintaining clean and sanitary workspaces and equipment, following food storage and safety procedures, and working cooperatively with kitchen team members and management.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old to apply.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to lead and take direction.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand and walk for extended periods.
• Working knowledge of restaurant kitchen operations.
• Team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Read, comprehend, and follow the Restaurant Food Manual, recipes, and instruction guides.
• Follow prep lists and prioritize completion based on par levels and restaurant needs.
• Follow product date-labeling and food-storage hierarchy guidelines in accordance with restaurant policy and Health Department regulations.
• Prepare recipes by measuring ingredients and using methods including boiling, broiling, baking, and sautéing, as well as proper cooling methods.
• Clean, sanitize, and detail the prep workspace as needed and as required by restaurant protocol.
• Manage time effectively and work efficiently to produce high-quality food products.
• Operate, maintain, clean, and sanitize kitchen equipment according to instructions.
• Follow safety and sanitation procedures and restaurant protocols.
• Ensure that only quality finished products are served to guests.
• Use proper portioning utensils and follow recipe guidelines.
• Work cooperatively with other kitchen team members and management.
• Multitask and complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Safely handle, use, and store sanitation and cleaning chemicals.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work/life balance.
• Employee meal discounts.
• Paid time off.
• Health, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance available for full-time employees.
• Paid life insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
• A fun, family-friendly atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

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