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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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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
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Maggiano's Little Italy is a distinguished restaurant chain that offers an authentic dining experience inspired by family traditions and the rich culinary heritage of Italian-American cuisine. Each of its locations is designed to reflect the unique history and culture of its host city while maintaining a consistent focus on providing exceptional service and quality food. As a full-service restaurant, Maggiano's Little Italy boasts a vibrant and warm atmosphere with high-energy dining rooms and elegant banquet facilities, making it an ideal place for both casual dinners and special occasions. This blend of authentic family recipes, a scratch kitchen, and attention to... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Previous restaurant experience preferred
  • Meet personal schedule requirements punctually
  • Project a friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
  • Provide a clean, well manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
  • Safely transport containers which weigh up to 30 pounds
  • Stand and/or walk for an entire shift
  • Safely transport items on slick and uneven surfaces and stairs where applicable
  • Move safely throughout all areas of the restaurant
  • Work a variable and flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures
  • Read a thermometer

Job Qualifications

  • Previous restaurant experience or the equivalent
  • Ability to follow recipes and preparation procedures
  • Basic kitchen safety knowledge
  • Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing for an entire shift and safely transporting items
  • Good communication skills to report problems and inventory needs
  • Ability to work under pressure calmly
  • Flexibility to work variable schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays

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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location