NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! WE WILL TEACH QUALIFIED APPLICANTS (Learn to cook an entire new style of cuisine in a fun and friendly environment)
Wasabi Ankeny is a Sushi restaurant with a well rounded menu of hot and cold items as well. We thrive to be at the top of our industry in both food and service. With 4 other locations in the area we have become a house hold name and a go to spot for many people that are craving fresh sushi. Thanks to our atmosphere and location we are busy every day of the week so our staff is well taken care of financially. We work hard but still know how to have fun with regular employee gatherings, competitions and appreciations. Apply and join our growing team!
We are looking for friendly, motivated candidates with excellent communication skills and great work ethic.
We are looking for an ambitious Prep/Fry Cook to assist in the preparation and execution of delicious meals in the kitchen. You’ll perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients, so that food can be prepared according to our recipes. A great Prep/Fry Cook will be quick and diligent and willing to improve on the job. You will be deft and able to follow instructions as well as follow all health and safety rules in the kitchen. The ideal candidate will also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
- Fry items as tickets come in
- Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
- Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking so all recipes are correct.
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping various ingredients, cutting and sorting meat etc.
- Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
- Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
- Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
- Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
Skills
- Proven experience as prep or fry cook
- Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
- A team player with good communication skills
- Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
- Very good physical condition and endurance
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Training from a culinary school would be highly desirable but not necessary.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $14.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Work Location: In person
