Line Cook/Prep Cook

Job Summary:

The Prep Cook will prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.

· Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.

· Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.

· Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.

· Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.

· Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.

· Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.

· Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.

· Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

· Ability to work quickly and efficiently.

· Ability to work well as part of a team.

· Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

Education and Experience:

· High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

· Prior related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.

· Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.

· Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

· Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.

· Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.25 per hour

Restaurant type:

• Casual dining restaurant

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person