Prep Cook Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 1 year of related work experience (preferred qualification).
• High school diploma or GED equivalent (preferred qualification).
• No supervisory experience required.
• No license or certification required.
• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period or an entire work shift; reach overhead and below the knees; bend, twist, pull, and stoop; and move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Access to self-paced online culinary training and lessons through Rouxbe Cooking School.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, washing, peeling, weighing, measuring, and mixing; store food appropriately.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food-preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold foods.
• Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Test foods to determine whether they are sufficiently cooked and monitor food quality during preparation.
• Set up and break down the workstation.
• Serve food in proper portions and on proper receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect the kitchen area, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Check that appliances and food are at the correct temperatures.
• Follow company, safety, and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to a manager; and complete safety training and certifications.
• Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance, protect confidential proprietary information, and safeguard company assets.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, maintain positive working relationships, support team goals, and listen and respond appropriately to other employees' concerns.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.