Prep Cook - Coral Gables

The Palace • Coral Gables, FL

94d • Onsite

About The Position

The Prep Cook prepares and handles food items under the direction of the Chef and in accordance with the daily production schedule, aiming to satisfy Palace residents and their families. The role includes estimating food quantities, ordering and rotating inventory, storing and labeling food properly, meeting meal and production schedules, and preparing items according to daily specials, diet orders, and residents’ food preferences. The Prep Cook maintains food sanitation and handling standards in accordance with county, state, and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in quantity cooking, catering, and banquets.
• Experience in an institutional kitchen using mechanical food-service equipment.
• Experience cooking restaurant line service according to written orders.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to practice The Palace Principles: Teamwork, Safety, and “Ask! Don’t Assume!”
• High-school-level functional math ability.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and during emergencies.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral or written instructions using common sense.
• Ability to work under pressure and multitask.
• Self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Polite, responsible, punctual, resourceful, accurate, and conscientious.

Nice To Haves

• High school degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Estimate required food quantities, order inventory, and rotate food items as needed.
• Store and label food items properly.
• Meet meal and production schedules.
• Prepare food according to daily special orders, diet orders, and residents’ food preferences.
• Maintain sanitation and food-handling standards in accordance with county, state, and federal regulations.
• Follow supervisor instructions, both written and verbal.
• Work safely, take precautions, and comply with established fire, safety, and disaster plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED