Description:
Job Summary:
The Prep Cook will prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.
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Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
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Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
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Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
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Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
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Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
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Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
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Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
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Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
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Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
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Ability to work well as part of a team.
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Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
Education and Experience:
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High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.
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Prior related experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
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Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
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Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
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Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
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Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
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Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.
