Prep Person

Perkins•Apple Valley, MN

About The Position

As a Prep Person, you will prepare menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs, and performance standards. You will also perform duties to maximize guest satisfaction and maintain a quality work environment as directed by the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty. Perkins Restaurant & Bakery emphasizes personalized guest service and homestyle food. The job description notes that employees may perform other duties and responsibilities as required; its listed responsibilities and conditions are not exhaustive.

Requirements

  • Basic skills in sanitation, safety, and customer service, which are taught through in-house training.
  • Ability to communicate clearly.
  • Ability to work irregular hours under heavy stress or pressure during peak times.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet.
  • Ability to fit through an opening 30 inches wide.

Responsibilities

  • Report to work well groomed and in a clean, proper uniform, and practice good personal hygiene.
  • Follow proper receiving, storage, rotation, food safety, and sanitation procedures.
  • Prepare food products for restaurant use according to company standards; use, maintain, and clean food preparation surfaces, equipment, and storage areas.
  • Prepare menu items according to company standards and follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
  • Monitor food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce foodborne illness risks.
  • Anticipate, identify, and correct system breakdowns to support guest satisfaction.
  • Communicate product or service deficiencies, equipment issues, and safety problems to the Manager on Duty or Kitchen Manager and coworkers.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training and development
  • Employee discounts
  • Educational assistance with DeVry University and a complimentary laptop
  • Eligibility for educational assistance for immediate family members
  • Competitive pay with a service award incentive
  • Daily pay through Daily Pay
  • Medical, dental, vision, and other health benefits
  • 401(k) retirement savings with company match
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free pancakes and meal discounts
  • Employee discount program
  • Career development pathway
  • Three college credit hours for completing manager training
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