Prep Cook

Prep CookSummary:The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing foods for serving, and must be able to perform all station functions in the cooking area; communicating ticket times and potential problems to the manager on duty and servers as necessary; performing all other responsibilities as directed by the business or assigned Management of which associate is capable of performing; providing the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times.

This is a non-exempt position and typically reports to the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or General Manager depending upon local requirements.Essential Functions:* Follows recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving and serving food items which may include soups, meats, vegetables, desserts and other food and beverage products* Tastes products, follow menus, estimate food requirements, check production and keep records in order to accurately plan production requirements and requisition supplies and equipment as needed* Cleans and sanitizes work stations and equipment* Practices excellent food safety and sanitation practices and complies with HACCP standards* Operates a variety of kitchen equipment; Measures and mixes ingredients, washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables* Stocks, dates, rotates, and checks temperature of product* Other Duties as assignedQualifications:* Requires basic food preparation skills and knowledge of HACCP standards* Requires 0
– 1 years of closely related experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred* Requires the ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with individuals* Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds* Requires the ability to bend, twist, and stand to perform normal job functions* Frequently immerses hands in water and water diluted with chemical solutions* Frequently works with sharp knives, utensils, and hot plates* Frequently works in hot environment