Buca di Beppo Prep Cook

Columbus, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Part-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plan

flexible schedule

Training and development opportunities

Job Description

Buca di Beppo is a renowned restaurant chain with locations spanning from New York City to Honolulu, known for embodying the Italian traditions of food, friendship, and hospitality. The restaurant offers a menu inspired by dishes enjoyed for generations in villages throughout Italy, featuring both Northern and Southern Italian favorites. With millions of satisfied customers coast-to-coast, Buca di Beppo is not only celebrated for its authentic Italian cuisine but also for its quirky decor and upbeat atmosphere that contribute to a unique and vibrant dining experience. The company prides itself on being a vibrant restaurant brand with a clear vision to become the first choice for celebratory dining, delivering over-the-top celebratory moments with vibrant Italian food in a vintage eclectic setting.

At Buca di Beppo, employees are considered family, and the company looks to grow its family with sincere and enthusiastic individuals who are committed to upholding the quality and integrity that define the Buca family. The commitment to service excellence and guest satisfaction is a key driver of the company’s success and culture.

The Cook role at Buca di Beppo is essential to delivering this celebrated dining experience. The Cook contributes directly to the restaurant’s success by preparing all menu items according to strict specifications, ensuring high quality, great taste, and timely delivery. This role includes maintaining an organized, clean, and safe kitchen environment and working closely with the kitchen team to uphold food safety and sanitation standards. The Cook is responsible for tasks such as stirring and turning foods, seasoning dishes, inspecting readiness through sensory checks, measuring and mixing ingredients accurately, and managing food inventory and station setup. Attention to detail is paramount, including memorizing ingredients and portion sizes, respecting kitchen policies, and attending to continuous line checks to maintain quality.

This position requires the ability to handle kitchen equipment safely, assist in cleaning and organizing the kitchen and storage areas, and maintain strong communication and teamwork skills. The Cook works under the guidance of the kitchen manager and collaborates with other team members to ensure a seamless kitchen operation. Buca di Beppo supports the professional growth of its cooks through a supportive work environment that values ethics, integrity, and customer focus.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable the successful candidate to perform essential duties effectively. This role offers an opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering authentic Italian food and creating memorable dining experiences. The Cook position is ideal for individuals passionate about Italian cuisine, eager to develop culinary skills in a high-volume restaurant setting, and committed to teamwork and excellence in hospitality.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
minimum one year cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant
ability to use vision, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and speaking skills
capacity to perform physically demanding kitchen tasks
ability to follow recipes and food safety procedures
willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
ability to maintain cleanliness and organization
teamwork and communication skills
ability to stand for extended periods

Job Qualifications

High school degree or equivalent is preferred but not required
minimum of one year cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant is preferred
ability to use all sensory capabilities such as vision, hearing, tasting, smelling, touching, and speaking
strong communication skills
integrity and professionalism
teamwork and positive attitude
adaptable and flexible to changing conditions
commitment to customer focus
ability to build constructive working relationships

Job Duties

Consistently prepare high-quality food in a timely manner and follow all company recipes and specifications
turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking
season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently using tasting, smelling, or piercing methods
weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment
maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work station and kitchen
inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices
comply with portion sizes, quality standards, kitchen rules, policies and procedures
estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase supplies
set up line according to kitchen guidelines and par sheets
pre-cut ingredients such as fruits, vegetables, and deli-meats to reduce preparation time
check kitchen equipment operation
stock stations to par levels
check stations for equipment and tools
memorize all ingredients and portion sizes for menu items
wrap, date and refrigerate food
sanitize cutting boards
organize station shelves
hand-clean knives
complete and participate in line checks
assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-ins, and storage areas
wash hands frequently
use kitchen utensils, knives, and equipment safely
work as a team and use positive communication skills
clean, stock, and maintain the line throughout shift
follow all safety and sanitation policies