Prep Cook

Fresno, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Range $20.00 - $22.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Meal allowance

Job Description

The PM Lounge is a reputable dining establishment known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences with a focus on quality, presentation, and customer satisfaction. This restaurant prides itself on maintaining high standards in food preparation, hygiene, and service. With a keen dedication to adhering to restaurant protocols, The PM Lounge fosters a team-oriented environment that encourages culinary creativity while ensuring consistency and excellence in every dish served. The restaurant’s commitment to professionalism and attention to detail makes it a respected name in the hospitality industry, drawing patrons who appreciate fine dining in a polished yet welcoming atmosphere.

We are currently seeking a diligent and skilled Side Station Cook to join our culinary team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to engage in a dynamic kitchen environment where your expertise in preparing potatoes, vegetables, and hot appetizers will be integral to our kitchen’s success. The Side Station Cook is responsible for executing all food preparation and cooking tasks according to The PM Lounge’s strict recipes and quality standards. Through precise cooking methods, timing, and proper food handling, you will ensure that every dish leaving the side station meets our high standards of taste and presentation.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a solid understanding of professional kitchen operations including setting up stations, maintaining cleanliness, and coordinating effectively with other kitchen staff, primarily the broiler cook. You will engage in stock management, routinely replenishing food items and supplies to accommodate business demands throughout the shift. Commitment to sanitation and safety protocols is paramount to maintaining a safe work environment for all team members and guests. Physical stamina is essential as this role requires lifting, standing, bending, and working in various temperature conditions prevalent in a bustling restaurant kitchen.

This role offers a rewarding career path for culinary professionals who take pride in their cooking skills and want to contribute meaningfully to a distinguished dining destination. By joining The PM Lounge, you will be part of a dedicated team that values precision, teamwork, and the pursuit of culinary excellence, offering an excellent platform to enhance your skills and grow professionally within the hospitality industry.

Job Requirements

Ability to lift and carry weights of 50 pounds constantly and up to 100 pounds occasionally
Ability to stand and move continuously for periods of four hours or more
Capability to bend, kneel, stoop, reach, and squat frequently
Effective communication and active listening skills
Willingness to work in environments with extreme temperatures, loud noises, fumes, odors, dust, and smoke

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in a commercial kitchen is preferred
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
Ability to follow recipes and cooking instructions accurately
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Physical stamina to perform demanding kitchen tasks

Job Duties

Report to work on time and prepare the side station as scheduled
Maintain uniform and personal hygiene standards
Set up side station with all food items, ingredients, equipment, and supplies
Assist kitchen staff in food preparation and sidework as directed
Prepare and cook all food items according to restaurant recipes and quality standards
Check stock levels for potatoes, vegetables, hot appetizer ingredients, condiments, plateware, and supplies before shifts
Season, cook, and plate food to meet quality, presentation, and timing standards
Coordinate with broiler cook to synchronize food preparation and service timing
Restock food items and supplies throughout the shift
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work area including countertops, stovetops, fryers, floors, walls, and shelving
Follow all safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions or incidents
Complete station closing duties and assist with kitchen cleanliness at shift's end