Prep Cook

Position Summary:

Responsible for maintaining a high level of cleanliness in the kitchen. Food preparation and prep area maintenance. Organization of all assigned areas as well as maintaining the areas sanitary and clean. Other utility and/or maintenance duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

In accordance with restaurant's service and cooking procedures:

* Performs daily routine cleaning tasks throughout the back of the house as directed by supervisor.

* Sets up and breaks down the prep area and kitchen line daily.

* Checks equipment to ensure it is operating correctly; promptly reports any issues to management.

* Follows opening and closing duties and responsibilities as directed by supervisor.

* Checks the walk in, storage area, and refrigerators for proper storage and temperatures for food maintenance.

* Maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen area.

* Prepares a variety of food items for cooking. This involves washing, peeling, and/or cutting food items, including fruits, vegetables, meats and fish.

* Identifies and communicates to Head Kitchen Chef any food items that may have expired and/or have not been prepared correctly so that the items may be disposed of and recorded correctly.

* Retrieves food items from the fridge or freezer. Stores food in containers, the fridge or freezer.

* Weighs or measures ingredients, refills kitchen bottles, shakers or storage as required.

* Stacks and stores food supplies, equipment, or other utensils in the kitchen.

* Assists dishwasher when needed.

* Performs other duties as assigned by a supervisor

Job Requirements:

* Basic food preparation knowledge required.

* Previous experience in food preparation preferred but not required.

* Previous experience working in a restaurant, catering business or hotel kitchen highly desirable.

* High School diploma or GED preferred.

* Must be eligible to work in the United States.