The Prep Cook is an essential part of our team and is responsible for helping to deliver an unforgettable experience through proper execution of dishes and recipes to present a Craveable, Instagramable, and memorable dining experience that will keep guests talking and wanting to come back for more.
Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):
Carrying out any requests and orders from the Chefs. Preparation of all requested items assigned by Chef/Sous Chefs. Storing, labeling, and rotating prepped items properly in accordance with health department regulations and company standards Minimize waste and recycle as much as possible, always communicating with the Chefs. Reporting any issues regarding product consistency, deliveries, quality to Chefs and Purchaser. Must be able to execute all menu items for assigned stations. Has a complete understanding of work safety and emergency procedures. Full understanding of how to read food tickets. Fully understand the importance of and can utilize standardized recipe cards and proper use of tools and techniques. Ensure that all food products are prepared to always maintain our quality standards consistently resulting in positive feedback. Maintain expected timeliness of orders from the kitchen to the dining room. Ensure that all given tasks are completed daily before you leave for the day and that you communicate your departure with the Sous Chef or Executive Sous Chef on duty. Assure that all daily cleaning and organizational standards are met consistently throughout the day in both storage and production areas. Make sure entire kitchen is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner as mandated by Health Department and TOG Corporate. Assist other kitchen staff to perform cleaning, cooking, prepping, and receiving, when needed. Perform all duties while following all health department sanitation requirements. Complete any other task given with enthusiasm, dedication, and professionalism. Maintain good communication standard with teammate and management Other duties as assigned. Assure that all daily cleaning and organizational standards are met consistently throughout the day in both storage and production areas. Fixing family meal twice daily, recycling items as much as possible and guided by the Chefs instructions. Complete any other task given with enthusiasm, dedication, and professionalism. Job Requirements: Work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred Able to interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly, enthusiastic, and outgoing manner Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods up to 8 hours while maintaining a fun and positive attitude Must be able to work flexible hours Must be able to work 8+ hours/day. The company offer the following Insurance benefits to all full time and variable benefit eligible employees (waiting period applies) Medical Dental Vision Group Life and Disability Group Accident Insurance Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance Group Critical Illness Insurance The company offer the following benefits to all employees regardless of position or status Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Dependent Care Benefit Employee Dining Discounts and/or complementary meals onsite Traditional and Roth 401K Plan Commuter Benefits Paid Time Off