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Maggiano's Little Italy

Prep Cook

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Great pay
overtime eligibility
Paid sick leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Education Assistance

Job Description

Maggiano's Little Italy is a beloved American chain of Italian-American restaurants known for its authentic family recipes, scratch kitchen approach, and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Although it operates as a chain, Maggiano's emphasizes a family-like culture with each location reflecting the unique history of its host city. Established to deliver an authentic dining experience reminiscent of pre-war Little Italy with high-energy dining rooms, elegant banquet facilities, and convenient carryout options, Maggiano's Little Italy has earned a reputation for exceptional food quality and customer service. The brand prides itself on providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where teammates are valued and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be willing and able to prepare ingredients needed for recipes
  • Must comprehend and follow designated pars
  • Use equipment as prescribed
  • Safely and efficiently use knives and utensils
  • Prepare food items according to recipes
  • Operate all functions alone if necessary
  • Maintain clean and orderly work area
  • Maintain food quality standards
  • Communicate issues to management
  • Inventory supplies and communicate needs
  • Meet personal schedule requirements
  • Project friendly and courteous attitude
  • Provide clean appearance
  • Safely transport containers up to 30 pounds
  • Stand or walk for entire shifts
  • Work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Perform in physically demanding conditions
  • Read a thermometer

Job Qualifications

  • Previous restaurant experience or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • Friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
  • Clean, well-manicured appearance reflecting established restaurant image
  • Ability to safely transport containers weighing up to 30 pounds
  • Ability to stand and/or walk for an entire shift
  • Ability to safely transport items on slick or uneven surfaces and stairs
  • Ability to safely move in all areas of the restaurant
  • Ability to work variable and flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Ability to perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures
  • Ability to read a thermometer

Job Duties

  • Prepare ingredients needed for recipes of menu items
  • Comprehend and follow designated pars in determining preparation quantities
  • Use equipment as prescribed in preparation of menu items
  • Safely and efficiently use knives and other utensils necessary to complete preparation of menu items
  • Prepare food items according to prescribed recipes
  • Master functions specific to menu item preparation requirements
  • Operate all functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary
  • Assist servers in cutting lemons and preparing garnishes
  • Perform calmly and effectively under pressure
  • Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety
  • Maintain food quality standards
  • Communicate problems to management immediately
  • Inventory supplies and communicate needs to management

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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