Cook

Wet Willie's; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Detroit, MI is seeking a motivated kitchen prep cook to accurately and efficiently prepare and portion meats, vegetables, and other items according to our Daily Prep List. You will cook and plate a variety of dishes using our kitchen equipment and contribute to final presentation.

Candidates should have 2+ years of kitchen experience, be available nights and weekends, and be able to lift up to 60 lbs while maintaining a clean, sanitary workstation and strict adherence to portions

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months of experience in a similar capacity.
• Ability to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen staff.
• Night and weekend availability required.
• Able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 60 lbs frequently.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of meats, poultry, vegetables and other items for cooking.
• Follow the Daily Prep List for assigned duties.
• Adhere to standard portions, cooking methods, quality standards, and presentation.
• Handle, store, and rotate products properly.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation at all times.
• Stock and restock to ensure smooth service; restock pars for next shift.
• Follow standard recipe cards for all products.
• Report equipment or food quality issues to Kitchen Manager.
• Inform Kitchen Manager of shortages.
• Close kitchen properly; assist with closing checklist.
• Attend meetings and contribute improvement ideas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking skills

Clear communication

Night/weekend availability

Physical stamina

Standing for long periods

Job description

Accurately & efficiently cook meats, vegetables & other hot food products as well as prepare & portion food products prior to cooking. Cook & prepare a variety of food products using a variety of equipment according to the Daily Prep List. Also perform other duties in the areas of food & final plate preparation including plating & garnishing cooked items.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares a variety of meats, poultry, vegetables & other items for cooking using a variety of equipment.
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of every shift for assigned duties.
• Understands & complies with our consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, product presentation & kitchen rules, policies & procedures.
• Handles, stores & rotates all products properly.
• Maintains a clean & sanitary work station at all times.
• Stocks & maintains sufficient product levels to ensure a smooth service period. Restocks pars for next shift.
• Follows our standard recipe card for preparation of all products.
• Promptly reports equipment and / or food quality problems to Kitchen Manager.
• Inform Kitchen Manager immediately of any product or ingredient shortages.
• Closes the kitchen properly & follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists co-workers in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings & brings suggestions & ideas for improvement.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or the Manager on Duty.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation & cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers & kitchen personnel.
• Night & weekend availability required.
• Must be able to bend, stoop & frequently lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.