Prep Cook
The Food Preparation Worker will perform routine tasks necessary to prepare cold items, salads, and ingredients for more complex dishes.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Cuts, weighs, or measures ingredients according to provided instructions.
- Prepares meat, seafood, and poultry for cooking by cutting or grinding, as instructed.
- Prepares vegetables to be used as condiments.
- Combines salad ingredients.
- Arranges prepared food on serving trays or in designated area for retrieval by serving staff.
- Prevents the spoilage of ingredients through proper storage in designated containers and in designated areas.
- Monitors the temperature of food and food storage areas.
- Maintains and cleans all areas.
- Ensures serving tables are adequately stocked.
- Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains cleanliness of work areas, surfaces, utensils, equipment, and dishes.
- Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and restaurant.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to listen and follow directions.
- Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines throughout the kitchen and restaurant.
Education and Experience:
- Prior completion of food safety coursework preferred; but not required
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at a time.