Restaurant and Bakery Prep Cook

Prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards. Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times. Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty.

Responsibilities

Prepares menu items according to company policies, procedures, programs and performance standards; Responsible for helping to maintain food costs and maintain cleanliness of the kitchen at all times; Performs all duties to maximize guest satisfaction and quality of work environment as directed by Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty; Prepares cooking items; Controls food cost; Maintains cleanliness of the kitchen, prep areas, coolers and storage areas; Stocks and rotates products on line to ensure they are within shelf life standards; Utilizes FIFO (first in first out) standards when preparing items; Conducts line sweeps throughout the shift; Communicates with Manager on Duty and coworkers regarding product/service deficiencies, equipment, safety problems; Assists dishwasher with washing and restocking dishes, pots, pans and utensils; Assists front of house staff with cleanliness of dining room; Provides guest service by communicating and cooperating with the front of house staff

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age; Available for part-time work on evenings and weekends; Available on holidays; Basic skills such as sanitation, safety, and customer service can be taught through in house training; No experience required; Must be able to stand and walk for up to 8 hours; Must be able to see at a distance (20 feet), at close range (12 inches), distinguish between shapes and utilize peripheral vision to avoid hazards; Must be able to communicate clearly; Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided; Must have time management skills; Must be able to read, write and perform addition/subtraction calculations; Must be able to control and utilize fingers to write, slice, chop and operate equipment; Must be able to fit through openings 30 inches wide; Must be able to work irregular hours under heavy pressure/stress during busy times; Must be able to bend, reach, walk; Must be able to carry trays of food products weighing about 50 pounds for distances up to 30 feet; Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold; Exposure to dish and cleaning chemicals; Reaching heights of approximately 6 feet and depths of 2 ½ - 3 feet; Must be able to submit verification of legal right to work in the United States

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance; 401k, Health Savings Account; Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discount Program, Vacation/Sick Time Benefits, Travel Accident Insurance; Discounted Tuition, Waived Application Fee, Deferred Tuition, Complimentary Course, & More