Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.50 - $17.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

flexible schedules
BOH shift meals
FOH meal discounts
Meal discounts for friends family
Paid vacation after 1 year
Competitive benefits after 1 year
Free telemedicine through First Stop Health after 1 year
Referral Bonus
Perks at work
long-term career growth

Job Description

Metro Diner is a renowned restaurant chain widely recognized for its warm, welcoming service, familiar faces, and award-winning food. The establishment prides itself on delivering an exceptional dining experience where "simply delicious" perfectly defines the quality of the food served. At the heart of Metro Diner's philosophy lies a commitment to 100 percent guest satisfaction, ensuring that each visitor receives top-notch hospitality in a community-focused and friendly environment. The company culture is deeply ingrained in every team member's daily operations, reflecting a true embodiment of hospitality and teamwork. Metro Diner is more than just a place to dine; it is a vibrant community dedicated to culinary excellence and outstanding service. Employees thrive in a setting that fosters growth, supportive teamwork, and a strong work ethic, making it an ideal workplace for individuals passionate about the food industry.

The role of Prep Cook at Metro Diner is essential to the restaurant’s success. Prep Cooks are tasked with preparing all food products meticulously in accordance with Metro Diner recipes, employing a variety of processes, equipment, and utensils. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a strict adherence to quality standards to ensure that each menu item meets the brand's high expectations. Because the kitchen serves as a central showcase of the diner’s standards, maintaining cleanliness and organization at one’s station is mandatory. Prep Cooks must be diligent in their work, ensuring that everything from food preparation to storage complies with hygiene and safety standards. This role offers flexible work schedules and is designed for individuals who are dedicated, motivated, and eager to contribute to a team that values consistent culinary quality, efficient kitchen operations, and customer satisfaction. Paid vacation and competitive benefits are available for employees after one year, along with special perks such as free telemedicine services, referral bonuses, and exclusive discounts on travel, fitness, and events. This position offers exciting career growth opportunities within a dynamic and supportive team environment, making it a rewarding career choice for those who are passionate about cooking and hospitality.

Job Requirements

  • Understanding of prepping food products using various processes equipment and utensils
  • Commitment to following recipe book regardless of familiarity with dishes
  • Willingness to comply with standard portion sizes cooking methods quality standards and policies
  • Ability to keep refrigerators freezers and dry storage areas organized clean and properly labeled
  • Capability to maintain a clean organized and sanitary work area

Job Qualifications

  • Understanding of prepping food products according to Metro Diner recipes
  • Commitment to using the recipe book at all times
  • Ability to comply with portion sizes cooking methods and kitchen policies
  • Motivation to maintain a clean organized and sanitary work area
  • Experience as a prep cook in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail for reporting equipment and food issues
  • Knowledge of inventory rotation and FIFO system

Job Duties

  • Prep food products according to Metro Diner recipes using various processes equipment and utensils
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen station
  • Comply with standard portion sizes cooking methods and quality standards
  • Organize and clean refrigerators freezers and dry storage areas
  • Properly seal label and date food items
  • Monitor inventory levels and inform Kitchen Manager of shortages
  • Report equipment and food quality problems promptly

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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