Cook

TMR Management LLC; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

TMR Management LLC is seeking a Prep Cook to support senior culinary staff by preparing ingredients, simple dishes, and condiments. The role requires efficiency in a high-paced kitchen and adherence to health and safety standards.

duties include producing fresh produce, trimming and portioning meat, and assisting with storage and setup for service. Flexibility to work late hours is a plus and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics (food safety preferred).
• Prior related kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by head chef or senior staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with health, safety, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation basics

Food handling

Team player

Stress management

Fast-paced environment

Personal hygiene

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The Prep Cook will prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene.

Education and Experience:

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.
• Prior related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.