Kitchen Prep Cook

Sacramento, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $15.00 - $19.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Meals

Uniform allowance

flexible scheduling

Job Description

The establishment is a dynamic and fast-paced restaurant specializing in delivering high-quality dining experiences to its patrons. Renowned for its commitment to exceptional food quality and service, the restaurant operates with a dedicated kitchen team focused on preparing delicious meals for lunch, dinner, and late-night shifts. The restaurant environment is one where hygiene, safety, and teamwork are highly prioritized to maintain excellence in food preparation and customer satisfaction. The kitchen team plays a critical role in upholding these standards by maintaining strict quality control over all recipes, food presentations, and sanitation processes.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Basic culinary or kitchen experience preferred
Serve Safe certification or equivalent hygiene qualification
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Flexibility to work varied shifts including nights and weekends
Strong communication skills
Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen and storage areas
Willingness to follow directions and ask questions when clarification is needed

Job Qualifications

College or culinary training preferred but not necessary, willingness to learn required
Understanding of proper use of major kitchen equipment including stoves, grills, refrigeration, slicer, knives, and warmers
Commitment to quality service and food knowledge
Serve Safe or other recognized hygiene qualification required
Positive attitude and ability to work well with other team members
Ability to work positively under pressure in a fast-paced, time-sensitive restaurant environment
Physical ability to reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 50 pounds
Willingness to work in hot/cold, humid/dry environments and stand for 7-8 hour shifts
Flexibility to work daytime, evening, late night, and weekend schedules
Effective communication skills with managers, kitchen, sushi bar and dining room personnel
Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations
Physical stamina to carry out job functions

Job Duties

Assist Head chef and kitchen chefs in the production of food required for lunch, dinner and possibly late night shifts
Responsible for the daily operations of the kitchen
Ensure all recipes, food preparations, and presentations meet proper specifications and commitment to quality
Maintain a safe, orderly, and clean kitchen and demonstrate such through example, using proper food handling techniques
Ensure kitchen and storage areas are kept clean and organized
Assist with product ordering and maintaining inventory when necessary
Perform other duties as requested by manager, chefs, etc., including dishwasher duties in emergencies

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