Prep Cook
About The Position
We are looking for someone, energetic and passionate about the culinary arts to join our Culinary team. This individual must be creative, motivated, and passionate about growing their talents in the kitchen! Successful candidates for this role will have a desire to work in a professional kitchen environment, with a strong desire to learn, to develop skills and work with the culinary leadership team to prep and prep the kitchen for the shift ahead. The Prep Cook assists the culinary team in production and fabrication of food products for kitchen preparation, cafeteria, banquets, dining room, and fine dining. If you have a passion for the Culinary arts and are looking to join a team where you can develop your skills and grow a career, then we want you!
Requirements
- Active Food handler’s certification or the ability to get it
- Must be willing to work a variety of day/night and weekend shifts
- Requires strong organizational skills
- Must be able to work independently
- Able to be on your feet for long periods of time
- Able to lift at least 50 pounds
- At least 21 years of age
- Have a desire to exceed expectations
- An energetic personality
Responsibilities
- Develop knowledge and skills in various cooking procedures and methods (grill, sauté and fry)
- Experience using knives and various kitchen equipment
- Read and recreate recipes
- Be consistent on all food preparation
- Prepare cold items, salads, simple side items, simple appetizers and more
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat and more
- Assist by taking inventory of ingredients to ensure proper par and stock levels
- Mix and prepare cold sauces, meat glazes, jellies, salad dressings, and stuffing’s
- Learn how to minimize food waste through cross utilization
- Work with a world class culinary team
- Create workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
- Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Be responsible for the quality of ingredients
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
