Prep Cook

General Purpose of the Job:

As a Prep Cook, you are responsible for preparing and portioning as well as perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and, slicing meat. But that’s just the technical stuff. We also want you to have a love of food and passion for creating the best guest experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Measures ingredients and prepares them in accordance to chef’s specifications;

- Washes and peels ingredients in order for them to be used in different meals;

- Cuts and portions different types of meat according to specifications.

- Prepares different types of food from the menu, following carefully the recipes;

- Makes stock soups to be used during cooking process;

- Accepts or rejects ingredients from food suppliers, based on their appearance and quality;

- Keeps track of ingredient quantities and ensures there are always enough for the day/week;

- Stores ingredients in dedicated containers, making sure that they are best preserved;

- Informs superiors when the ingredients stock is getting low or when the kitchen tools do not work properly;

- Must demonstrate impeccable sanitation habits including on their person as well as their station. Must clean and sanitize the working surfaces, tools, utensils and working area;

- Carefully supervises the food temperature and the temperature from cooling rooms, to ensure that the ingredients kept are kept at the appropriate temperature;

- Follow cleaning calendar – clean work station before and after food prep to ensure always working in a clean area.

- Follow safety procedures for using all kitchen equipment. Demonstrates efficient knife skills.

- Carry out other duties assigned by the manager on duty or the Executive Chef.

- Do not hesitate to ask for management intervention if necessary.

- Other duties as directed.

Requirements:

- Knowledge of FIFO inventory method.

- Special Skills or knowledge necessary for this position.

- Basic mathematical skills, handle money and give correct change.

- Basic reading skills.

- Basic computer skills.

- Basic knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, and be familiar with standard drink recipes.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Organizational skills.

- Multi-task oriented.

- Knowledge of Pie Tap’s food & beverage specifications.

- Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.

- Licenses certification, or registrations required for the position.

- State applicable health and/or alcohol compliance card.

Physical Demands:

- Must be impeccable in appearance and in the proper uniform every day without exception.

- Walks and stands during entire shift.

- Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe.

- Remain stationary for long periods of time.

- Frequent washing of hands.

- Be Able to lift up to 35 lbs.

- Hazards may include, but are not limited to, slipping and tripping.