Mike Anderson's Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $12.25 - $15.50
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Meals
Uniform allowance
Training and Development

Job Description

This opportunity is offered by a dynamic and quality-focused kitchen environment that emphasizes producing excellent culinary offerings. The establishment thrives on maintaining high operational standards through teamwork, careful preparation, and adherence to kitchen protocols. As an essential part of the foodservice team, the kitchen plays a vital role in ensuring customers enjoy delightful, nutritious meals prepared with precision and care. Their commitment to professional growth extends to providing training and continuous support to their team members, fostering a culture of respect and collaboration.

The role on offer is that of a Cook, reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager. This position is pivotal in preparing a variety of foods including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads, and additional menu items using a wide range of kitchen equipment and utensils. The Cook is expected to follow the Daily Prep List meticulously, ensuring that every dish meets the established quality and portion standards. This role requires the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining cleanliness and adhering to health and safety regulations. The Cook should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand or walk for up to eight hours, and communicate effectively with peers and management. This role provides an exceptional chance to develop culinary skills within an established kitchen setup, supporting a team dedicated to delivering superior food experiences. The Cook will also engage in opening and closing duties, attend meetings, promptly communicate product or equipment issues, and implement standardized cooking processes as directed by the Kitchen Manager. This full-time role is ideal for those with at least one year of culinary preparation experience seeking to advance their practical expertise in a supportive and structured environment.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
  • At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
  • Ability to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel
  • Ability to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time up to 8 hours
  • Ability to follow a schedule and be punctual

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
  • At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
  • Effective communication skills with managers and kitchen personnel
  • Ability to follow schedules and be punctual

Job Duties

  • Complete opening and closing checklists
  • Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties
  • Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items using broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment
  • Comply consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
  • Portion food products according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation including tables, shelves, walls, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
  • Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist
  • Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement
  • Report equipment and food quality problems promptly to Kitchen Manager
  • Inform Kitchen Manager immediately of product shortages
  • Use the Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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