Boutique Hotel Prep Cook — Part-Time Kitchen Pro

New Waterloo; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

El Capitan Hotel in Merced, California is seeking a PART-TIME Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will assist with daily prep, follow our recipes, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety as part of a boutique hotel dining operation.

Responsibilities include food preparation, measuring ingredients, stocking and organizing station, coordinating with the Executive Chef, and ensuring timely, consistent dish preparation for guests in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instruction
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Prepare and complete daily prep list as instructed
• Maintain a direct line of communication with the Executive Chef or Sous Chef to confirm items needed
• Prepare, season, and cook dishes promptly and consistently, adhering to the outlet’s recipes and procedures
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper sanitization of work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas
• Assist in the restocking and replenishing of supplies
• Turn or stir food to ensure even cooking; observe and test food to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, temping, or piercing them with utensils
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
• Estimate expected food consumption, requisition supplies, or procure food from storage as directed
• Assist in the development and implementation of special projects
• Maintain a positive relationship with all employees and guests
• Ensure open lines of communication with all departments and upper management at all times via email, logbooks, meetings, etc., to ensure all needs of the outlet are met
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the work area
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in good, safe working condition
• Maintain an increased awareness of safety issues throughout the property
• Keep abreast of safety and emergency procedures and OSHA requirements
• Attend relevant meetings as directed

Job description

El Capitan Hotel in Merced, California is seeking a PART-TIME Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will assist with daily prep, follow our recipes, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety as part of a boutique hotel dining operation.

Responsibilities include food preparation, measuring ingredients, stocking and organizing station, coordinating with the Executive Chef, and ensuring timely, consistent dish preparation for guests in a fast-paced environment.