Prep Cook

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que • Troy, NY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Prep Cook efficiently and accurately prepares food and ingredients while maintaining quality, consistency, and food safety standards. This role completes assigned prep work, maintains a clean and organized kitchen area, and collaborates with kitchen team members to support timely, high-quality service at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que’s Troy team. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, homemade, high-quality food, including smoked barbecue, salads, sides, sauces, and dry rubs.

Requirements

• Ability to use knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment.
• Knowledge of menu items, including ingredients, preparation methods, recipes, portion sizes, and preparation standards.
• Ability to follow written recipes, instructions, and verbal direction accurately.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, management, and guests.
• Ability to remain calm and positive under pressure.
• Ability to manage assigned work, prioritize responsibilities, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to solve problems and communicate questions or concerns to a supervisor.
• Commitment to providing quality food and outstanding service to guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items and ingredients according to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Complete assigned prep work according to Dinosaur Bar-B-Que specifications.
• Set up and maintain the prep station with required ingredients, equipment, and supplies.
• Keep kitchen work areas, equipment, utensils, and surfaces clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Complete daily and weekly cleaning duties in accordance with food safety standards.
• Handle, store, label, and rotate food products safely.
• Safely operate knives, slicers, and other preparation equipment.
• Assist kitchen team members as needed to support smooth, efficient operations.
• Respond to food preparation requests and communicate with management or team members as needed.
• Stock and maintain stations by placing plates, utensils, pans, and cases on shelves.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $16.00 to $20.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to receive full medical, dental, and vision insurance, depending on hours worked.
• Accrued PTO and sick hours.
• 401(k) eligibility after one year of service for employees 21 years or older.
• Work/life balance.
• Internal growth and promotion opportunities.
• Opportunity to be part of a rewarding team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed