PREP COOK

POSITION SUMMARY

Provide the highest level of quality and service to our guests in an incredibly friendly atmosphere. Prepare food items to be cooked; maintain sanitation and cleanliness of work areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Cut, portion, weigh, and measure ingredients in advance to support efficient cooking during service periods.
• Read and follow standardized recipes accurately to ensure consistency in flavor, portion, and presentation
• Pre-weigh, measure, and package foods according to recipe specifications for later use by line cooks.
• Prepare dough, batters, sauces, dressings, and other handcrafted foods according to standardized recipes for later cooking.
• Bake or cook specified food items according to recipes for later use by line cooks or in bulk preparation.
• Label and store prepared items properly, ensuring accurate dating, rotation, and food safety standards are followed.
• Follow allergy safety procedures and confirm recipe ingredients when prepping items flagged as allergen-sensitive.
• Keep prep station clean, organized, and stocked throughout the shift; sanitize work surfaces regularly and as directed.
• Perform daily and deep-cleaning tasks as assigned, including removing and cleaning mats, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing trash receptacles.
• Sanitize prep area and line trash cans.
• Dispose of kitchen waste and recycling throughout the shift; reline trash cans and maintain a clean prep environment.
• Exhibit teamwork skills with the culinary team and the rest of the staff.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, and storing deliveries as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management to support operational needs.
• Report for work on time and uphold expectations for attendance, uniform, and professional conduct. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive hourly wages based on position and experience
• Wage range is including a $5–$7/hour through our 4% Kitchen Service Charge, distributed to eligible Back of House team members through payroll
• Employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance for eligible Kitchen Team Members
• Complimentary shift meal every shift
• Generous dining discounts at all Handcrafted Restaurants locations on Maui, Oahu & Kaua’i
• 401(k) and Paid Time Off for eligible team members
• Flexible scheduling
• Ongoing culinary training, mentorship, and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement throughout Handcrafted Restaurants
• A supportive, team-first culture built on respect, craftsmanship, and aloha