Prep Cook

Terry Black s Barbecue•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Proficiently prepare and cook a variety of menu items according to established recipes and guidelines, ensuring consistent quality and taste. Efficiently handle, portion, prepare ingredients, and store them properly, to support the timely and smooth operation of the kitchen. Strictly follow health and safety protocols, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices, to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment and prevent foodborne illnesses. Assist in monitoring ingredient levels and communicate with the management team to ensure adequate stock levels for daily food preparation, while also following the First In, First Out (FIFO) method to minimize waste. Work closely with the culinary team to coordinate food preparation tasks and maintain a well-organized prep area, ensuring a smooth workflow and efficient production during peak hours. Ability to complete tasks asked for by the management team.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in preparing and cooking menu items.
  • Skill in handling, portioning, and preparing ingredients.
  • Knowledge of proper ingredient storage.
  • Strict adherence to health and safety protocols.
  • Understanding of proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
  • Ability to monitor ingredient levels and communicate stock needs.
  • Familiarity with the First In, First Out (FIFO) method.
  • Ability to work closely with a culinary team.
  • Skill in maintaining an organized prep area.
  • Ability to complete tasks assigned by management.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook a variety of menu items according to established recipes and guidelines.
  • Handle, portion, prepare ingredients, and store them properly.
  • Follow health and safety protocols, including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
  • Monitor ingredient levels and communicate with management to ensure adequate stock.
  • Follow the First In, First Out (FIFO) method to minimize waste.
  • Coordinate food preparation tasks with the culinary team.
  • Maintain a well-organized prep area.
  • Complete tasks assigned by the management team.
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