POSITION TITLE: Prep Cook/Utility
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the cook and Chef in the preparation of food items along with maintaining a high-quality sanitation standard. They must be prepared to work in a systematic, organized, and fast paced fashion with the ability to take direction. The line cook must follow all safety and sanitation procedures and uphold all kitchen standards set by the chef.
REPONSIBILITIES:
- Arrive to work at the schedule time
- Preps all food items as directed in a sanitary manner following standard recipes & procedures within specified time
- Follows recipes, portion control and prep specifications as set by the Chef
- Properly measure and assembles ingredients; cut and/or portion all food items as specified by prep sheets and Chef
- Stock/Restocks items online
- Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, & organizational skills
- Has knowledge to properly use & maintain all equipment
- Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, & organization of kitchen, walk in coolers, & and all storage areas
- Ensure quality and safety of food by performing standard & any additional sanitary measures including sweeping the floors, cleaning of surfaces, as well as proper covering & storage of food items according to SOPs
- Understands and complies with food safety & temperature standards
- Work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least one year of experience cooking in a restaurant setting
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Food Handler Permit
- Possesses sound organizational and time management skills
- All general staffing requirements:
- Free of communicable disease
- Able to physically/mentally perform tasks
- Criminal record clearance
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
- General understanding of the needs of the seniors
- Willingness to learn
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Stands and walks short distances. Frequent lifting of 20 –30 pounds. Bends, squats, kneels, and reaches. Activity level is high.