Prep Cook

San Bernardino, CA, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Training and development opportunities

career advancement

Job Description

San Manuel is one of the largest private employers in the Inland Empire, known for its commitment to the growth, future, and well-being of its employees. The establishment operates with a focus on providing excellent service and quality, which is reflected in its culinary operations. It boasts a dynamic and fast-paced work environment, particularly within its food and beverage departments, which offer various authentic Asian culinary experiences, including specialties from Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Japanese cuisines. San Manuel offers employment opportunities that emphasize professional development, team collaboration, and delivering premium guest experiences.

The Prep Cook position under the supervision ... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
culinary arts degree from accredited school
minimum three years experience working as prep cook or similar role
may consider related relevant or direct experience in lieu of educational requirements
must possess strong knife skills
must have knowledge of food preparation and presentation
ability to follow procedures and take direction
must be able to read recipes, production lists, and other necessary paperwork
must obtain and maintain Food Handler's Card
may be required to obtain and maintain gaming license
no driving responsibilities
must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
must be able to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally
must maintain neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance
must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
must have physical ability for balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
culinary arts degree from accredited school
minimum three years experience as a prep cook or similar role
experience with Asian cuisine including Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Japanese food preferred
strong knife skills
knowledge of food preparation and presentation
ability to follow procedures and directions
ability to read recipes, production lists, and related paperwork
experience in high volume line or production cooking preferred

Job Duties

Gather required paperwork and review order tickets
prepare ingredients such as spices, meats, vegetables, sauces, noodles, and rice
perform overall prep work to support next day or shift
assist in daily inventory control to avoid shortages
ensure proper food storage following First-In-First-Out regulations
label and date food items, dispose of expired items
maintain consistency in recipe flavor profiles, quality, and appearance
stock workstations for business flow and restock before shift end
utilize basic cooking techniques with strong knife skills
train and retrain kitchen personnel in all areas
communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
report discrepancies, accidents, or concerns
maintain cleanliness and organization of work area
assist with special projects like banquets, meetings, and special events
keep notes on production levels and daily observations
perform other duties as assigned to support department operations

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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