Prep Cook

Smokin Fins•Twin Falls, ID

18d

About The Position

The Prep Cook assists the chef by preparing ingredients and kitchen stations so dishes can be made according to recipes. The role focuses on safe food handling, keeping the kitchen stocked and clean, and supporting smooth kitchen operations. Prep Cooks are responsible for the quality of products served and for fulfilling feasible guest requests quickly and graciously. Work takes place in a fast-paced restaurant kitchen and requires availability between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Positive attitude and ability to work well with other team members.
Ability to communicate and understand the predominant language(s) of guests.
Ability to work unsupervised.
Availability to work between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.
Thorough knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
Ability to stand and work for up to four hours at a time.
Ability to perform repetitive-motion work without restraints, braces, or other impediments that limit range of motion or physical activity.
Ability to lift, move, and shelve products and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in temperatures exceeding 85 degrees for extended periods.
Willingness to follow directions and ask questions when clarification is needed.
Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
Must be ServSafe or Food Handler certified.
Reliable, can-do attitude and strong work ethic.
Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Assist the chef in preparing ingredients and stations according to recipes.
Review the daily prep list at the start of each shift and complete assigned duties.
Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, and other food items for cooking using kitchen equipment and methods such as portioning, battering, breading, seasoning, and marinating.
Maintain sufficient food product at line stations for smooth service.
Portion products according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation.
Follow proper plate presentation and garnish setup for dishes.
Handle, store, label, and rotate products properly and in accordance with applicable state laws.
Take responsibility for the quality of products served and maintain a guest-focused approach.
Promptly report equipment issues and food quality or shortage problems to the manager on duty.
Comply with portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, kitchen rules, recipes, policies, procedures, and food-safety requirements.
Fulfill feasible guest requests quickly and graciously.

Benefits

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits available after meeting eligibility requirements.
Short-term disability insurance available after meeting eligibility requirements.
Supplemental life insurance available after meeting eligibility requirements.
Employee Assistance Program available after meeting eligibility requirements.
Up to 48 hours of paid sick and safe leave for Colorado locations only.
Paid family and medical leave insurance and public health emergency leave for Colorado locations only.
Flexible work schedules.
Meal discounts.
Opportunity to grow a career path within the family of brands.