Prep Cook - Corsica

Pay Range : $21 - $23

Prep Cook

The Prep Cook is responsible for working under the leadership of the restaurant's executive chef for all food preparation needs.

He / she performs routine and day-to-day tasks that are needed to allow the line cooks to turn out perfect meals. Tasks include chopping vegetables, breaking down stations, cutting meat, weighing and mixing ingredients, washing and preparing vegetables, storing food properly, and more.

Responsibilities

• Follow clear direction in food preparation and storing
• Clearly label and date all prepped items, especially those stored for later use
• Ensure that all food is properly prepared for use by the line cooks

Skills

• Strong listener in order to understand specific directions on food prep
• Understand the English language in order to execute recipes
• Clear communication skills between coworkers
• Basic math and written communication skills

Working Conditions

• Be able to use manual dexterity to cut / chop food
• Stand for the entirety of a scheduled shift
• Be able to endure hot / cold work conditions while preparing food

Education / Experience

• High school diploma, or equivalent (preferred).
• 2 or 4 year culinary degree is preferred , but not required.
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience in food service / hospitality field
• Food handler's card may be required according to local and / or state regulations

ABOUT CORSICA

FROM AWARD-WINNING BARCELONA WINE BAR COMES CORSICA : AN ESCAPIST SMALL-PLATES RESTAURANT INSPIRED BY THE RUSTIC COASTS OF FRANCE, ITALY, AND THE NAMESAKE MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND THAT LIES BETWEEN THEM.

The food at Corsica will be light and satisfying, influenced by the European coastal villages and islands of the Mediterranean Sea.

Much like Barcelona Wine Bar, Corsica will be a small plates focused menu, abundant in high quality ingredients. Simple, ingredient driven and brightly flavored - this is the culinary ethos of both Barcelona Wine Bar and Corsica, just sourcing its inspiration from different regions.

Two featured influences to the menu will be the use of a robata grill and shareable pastas with bold flavors.

Harnessing the Barcelona Wine Bar reputation for having one of the most extensive, interesting and exciting wine programs in the country, The wine at Corsica will match the influences of the cuisine featuring the bright, high acid mineral-laden wines of the European islands and coastal Spain, France, Italy, Greece and Portugal.

Corsican wines will be a unique jewel of the program. Approximately 200+ selections of only Old World wines, as well as a feature selection of fortified, aperitivo style wines (vermouth, sherry, madeira, vino amaros).

The cocktails will be elegant and classics-driven, influenced by the amaro, aperitivo and spritz culture of the Mediterranean.

A craft frozen cocktail will be available year round. The beer menu will be small and Eurocentric / classic. All glassware will be timeless.

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