Beast prep cook is responsible for the preparation of ingredients and stations used in the cooking process for all menu items in the restaurant. The ideal candidate has experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment and can demonstrate basic culinary skills, a strong work ethic, attention to detail and solid team working skills. This position directly reports to the Sous Chef.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Set up and sanitize workstations.
- Follow prep lists created by chefs.
- Measuring ingredients and seasonings, and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process
- Prepare simple dishes, such as salads or desserts.
- Demonstrate an extensive knowledge of basic cooking techniques grilling, sauté, griddle, fryer, baking, broiling, plating, and food decoration.
- Ensure all food items are property stored and easily accessible.
- Follow daily production sheets for prep. Any deviation must be approved by the Chef on duty.
- Execute opening and closing duties.
- Check the quality and freshness of ingredients. Report any concerns immediately to the Chef on duty.
- Assist chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
- Always adhere to proper food handling and preparation best practices to prevent foodborne illness.
- Responsible for execution of the assigned prep and understanding the timing of ingredient preparation.
- Must operate all kitchen equipment safely at all times.
- Maintain the kitchen, work station, kitchen equipment, and related areas in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition at all times.
- Adhere to policies and procedures and Health regulations.
- Provide ART! Experience to our guests and coworkers
- 1+ year’s of various culinary experience in a high-volume restaurant or catering kitchen.
- Manual dexterity to operate cooking tools such as knives.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure of deadlines, while working independently and delivering against multiple priorities.
- Southern Nevada Health District Food Handlers Certified.
- Be able to stand and work on your feet for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to maintain calm and professional demeanor in a high-stress and fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work holidays, weekends, irregular hours, and varied shifts.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- 1+ year’s of various culinary experience in a high-volume restaurant or catering kitchen.
- Manual dexterity to operate cooking tools such as knives.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure of deadlines, while working independently and delivering against multiple priorities.
- Southern Nevada Health District Food Handlers Certified.
- Be able to stand and work on your feet for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to maintain calm and professional demeanor in a high-stress and fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work holidays, weekends, irregular hours, and varied shifts.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Physical Setting:
- Casual dining restaurant
- Fast casual restaurant
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Ability to Commute:
- Las Vegas, NV 89102 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Las Vegas, NV 89102: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
