Prep Cook

The Friendly Toast•Portsmouth, NH

77d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The Prep Cook prepares food items for cooking, assembles dishes, and maintains a clean and organized kitchen environment at The Friendly Toast, an all-day brunch and bar restaurant featuring an eclectic, scratch-made menu. The role suits someone passionate about food, attentive to detail, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. The Prep Cook follows recipes and guidelines provided by the Head Chef, keeps ingredients and supplies stocked, collaborates with other kitchen staff to support timely service, and follows food safety and sanitation guidelines. The position involves prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies weighing up to 45 pounds, and repetitive hand and wrist motions. It also involves working with hot, cold, and hazardous equipment and operating phones, computers, printers, and other office equipment. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

Requirements

Experience as a Prep Cook or in a similar role in a scratch kitchen.
Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Reliability and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree or diploma.
Experience in a brunch restaurant or similar setting.
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Prepare food for cooking, including chopping vegetables, preparing sauces, and marinating meats.
Assemble dishes for cooking, including measuring and mixing ingredients.
Follow recipes and guidelines provided by the Head Chef.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Restock ingredients and supplies as needed.
Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.