Cook/Prep cook

Responsible for prepping and preparation of food as directed and performing any cooking, baking, butchering required and performs any and all duties in the kitchen. The tasks assigned must be completed quickly and efficiently while still abiding by necessary guidelines that will ensure quality standards are met.

Responsibilities

Responsible for prepping and preparation of food as directed and performing any cooking, baking, butchering required and performs any and all duties in the kitchen; Adhere to Health Department and ServSafe regulations; Prepare food products as directed by recipe and/or supervisor while maintaining strict adherence to standards and specifications; Complete all assigned production priorities daily; Maintain the cleanliness of the work area; Inform supervisor of any shortages or equipment malfunctions; Knowledge of food quality, utilization, storage, rotation and consistency; Demonstrates practical understanding of kitchen sanitation; Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

Must have a High School Diploma/GED; Must have sufficient math ability to accurately add, subtract, divide, multiply and perform other basic business math calculations and pass basic math skills test; Must speak, be able to read and understand English well enough to converse with customers, supervisors and employees; Must understand written and oral direction and communicate effectively with others; Must be able to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays as required; Must be able to work in a high stress environment; Must be able to work in confined spaces for long periods of time; Must be able to work in an environment having both hot and cold temperature extremes; Must have a pleasant personality and adhere to Uniform Standards policy; Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment; Must be able to work flexible hours, irregular hours may exist; Must have attention to details; Must be able to adapt to change in the work environment, managing competing demands, frequent changes, delays or unexpected events; Must be compliant with Health Codes; Must be able to lift 50 pounds; Must be able to push 50 pounds; Must be able to move heavy (200+ pounds) wheeled carts; Must be able to stand for long hours during events; Must be able to balance and have good manual dexterity

Nice to have

Six months of experience in a commercial kitchen