Kitchen Prep
Job in
Barrington, Lake County, Illinois, 60011, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
Listing for:
Mago Grill & Cantina
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
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Restaurant/Food Service
Cafe / Restaurant, Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant, Cook & Chef, Food & Beverage -
Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Cafe / Restaurant, Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant, Cook & Chef, Food & Beverage
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Prep Cook Job Summary
As a Prep Cook in a high-volume kitchen, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting in the overall efficiency of the kitchen. Your role is essential in ensuring that the line cooks and chefs have everything they need to execute dishes quickly and consistently.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare and portion ingredients, including chopping vegetables, butchering proteins, and making sauces.
- Follow recipes and kitchen prep lists to ensure consistency.
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation, following food safety and sanitation standards.
- Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper food rotation (FIFO).
- Label and date all prepped items to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely, including slicers, mixers, and food processors.
- Support line cooks and chefs by keeping stations stocked and ready for service.
- Assist with basic cooking tasks as needed, such as blanching, roasting, and marinating.
- Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper knife handling and allergen awareness.
- Assist with kitchen closing duties, including cleaning and organizing prep areas.
Como Ayudante de Cocina en una cocina de alto volumen, serás responsable de la preparación de ingredientes y del soporte general en la eficiencia de la cocina. Tu rol es fundamental para garantizar que los cocineros y chefs tengan todo lo necesario para ejecutar los platos de manera rápida y consistente.
Responsabilidades Principales- Preparar y porcionar ingredientes, incluyendo picar verduras, cortar proteínas y elaborar salsas.
- Seguir recetas y listas de preparación para garantizar la consistencia.
- Mantener una estación de trabajo limpia y organizada, cumpliendo con los estándares de seguridad alimentaria e higiene.
- Ayudar con la recepción y almacenamiento de entregas, asegurando la rotación adecuada de alimentos (FIFO).
- Etiquetar y fechar todos los productos preparados.
- Operar de manera segura equipos de cocina.
- Apoyar a los cocineros y chefs manteniendo las estaciones listas para el servicio.
- Seguir todas las regulaciones de salud y seguridad, incluyendo el manejo adecuado de cuchillos y la conciencia sobre alérgenos.
- Ayudar con las tareas de cierre de la cocina.
- Previous experience as a prep cook or in a similar kitchen role preferred.
- Experiencia previa como ayudante de cocina o en un puesto similar (preferido).
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