Prep Cook

Benihana - Carlsbad
Carlsbad, CA, US
Full-time

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.

We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

21 days ago
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