Prep Cook

Reunion Kitchen + Drink•San Clemente, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Cook and prepare food products including meats, poultry, seafood, vegetables, sauces, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils safely. Monitors proper food temperature, rotating and storing food in a proper manner. Maintaining a clean, sanitary cooking area. Have a great sense of urgency to assist the cooks' line when needed during the peak hours.

Requirements

Excellent knife handling skills and safe food handling procedures.
Must be able to read and understand recipes preparation and have excellent communication skills.
Must have a current food handler’s card or any required by law in given state.
Must complete California workplace harassment training and/or any additional training required by law.
Must be able to maintain our consistent food quality and high standards.

Nice To Haves

Restaurant experience desirable.

Responsibilities

Ensures excellent food preparation and food quality.
Prepares a variety of meats, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in grills, fryers and a variety of another kitchen equipment.
Follows recipes, including following standard portion control, cooking methods and quality standards, according to our standards and specifications.
Ensure menu recipes are prepared in a timely manner, making sure to prioritize what is needed on the cook’s line first.
Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area.
Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to the management team.
Inform the KM team immediately of product shortages.
Performs other related duties as assigned by Supervisors.
Follow all other REUNIONKITCHEN+DRINK policies and procedures.
Acts as a team player, recognizing and helping any fellow worker (dishwasher, cook, host, SA’s, manager, etc.) that needs help.
Accepts direction from management, leads Team members.
Come to work on time and prepare for every shift with the following: All required necessities including a positive attitude, high morale, commitment and appropriate uniform.
Remains flexible in daily schedule changes depending on the needs of the restaurant.