Prep Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

Responsible for maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen . Food preparation and prep area maintenance. Organization of all assigned areas as well as maintaining the areas sanitary and clean.

Other utility and / or maintenance duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

In accordance with restaurant’s service and cooking procedures :

• Performs daily routine cleaning tasks throughout the back of the house as directed by supervisor.
• Sets up and breaks down the prep area and kitchen line daily.
• Checks equipment to ensure it is operating correctly; promptly reports any issues to management.
• Follows opening and closing duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor.
• Checks the walk in, storage area, and refrigerators for proper storage and temperatures for food maintenance.
• Maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen area.
• Prepares a variety of food items for cooking. This involves washing, peeling, and / or cutting food items, including fruits, vegetables, meats and fish.
• Identifies and communicates to Head Kitchen Chef any food items that may have expired and / or have not been prepared correctly so that the items may be disposed of and recorded correctly.
• Retrieves food items from the fridge or freezer. Stores food in containers, the fridge or freezer.
• Weighs or measures ingredients, refills kitchen bottles, shakers or storage as required.
• Stacks and stores food supplies, equipment, or other utensils in the kitchen.
• Assists dishwasher when needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor

Job Requirements :

• Basic food preparation knowledge required.
• Previous experience in food preparation preferred but not required.
• Previous experience working in a restaurant, catering business or hotel kitchen highly desirable.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

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