Dreamland Prep Cook

Aviator Nation; Malibu (CA); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

50% off Dreamland and Aviator Nation

Family Meals provided for Dreamland

Résumé du poste

Aviator Nation Dreamland is seeking a Prep Cook to assist in prepping, cooking, and supporting overall food production. You will follow standard recipes, prep ingredients, portion items, and maintain a clean, safe workstation under health department guidelines.

Ideal candidates have basic cooking skills, strong knife technique, and the ability to stay organized and fast-paced. This role offers a starting hourly rate of $20–$24, with benefits including discounts and staff meals.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in basic cooking techniques.
• Strong knife handling skills and precision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety guidelines, sanitation protocols, and health department standards.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsabilités

• Adhere to all standard recipes and quality specifications.
• Wash, peel, cut, and prep raw produce.
• Trim, portion, and prep raw proteins per specifications.
• Prepare and store house-made sauces, dressings, and marinades.
• Portion and package food items per orders and quantities.
• Assist line cooks with station replenishment and service support.
• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming supplies.
• Label, date, and rotate prepped ingredients per FIFO guidelines.

Connaissances

Basic cooking techniques

Knife handling

Food safety & sanitation

Organizational skills

Working under pressure

Team communication

Description du poste

The Prep Cook at Aviator Nation Dreamland is responsible for prepping, cooking, and assisting in the overall food production for the establishment. Key responsibilities include completing prep lists, preparing and portioning ingredients, washing and cutting food according to the Chef's specifications, and maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitized workstation. This role requires strong knife skills, thorough organization, and a solid understanding of health department regulations and basic food safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to all standard recipes and quality specifications.
• Wash, peel, cut, and prep all raw produce for kitchen use.
• Trim, portion, and prep all raw proteins according to specifications.
• Prepare, batch, and store all house-made sauces, dressings, and marinades.
• Portion and package food items per specified quantities and order requirements.
• Assist line cooks with station replenishment and support during service.
• Receive, unpack, inspect, and organize incoming supply orders and deliveries.
• Properly label, date, and rotate all prepped ingredients and perishable items in accordance with FIFO guidelines.

Qualifications & Required Skills

• Proficiency in basic cooking techniques and culinary fundamentals.
• Strong knife handling skills and precision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety guidelines, sanitation protocols, and health department standards.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities with high efficiency and speed.
• Ability to work effectively, stay calm, and maintain composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills.

The Prep Cook is a crucial foundation of our kitchen team. Understanding and successfully executing these duties is essential to ensuring smooth daily culinary operations. The ideal candidate thrives under pressure, maintains meticulous organization, and communicates effectively. Duties include, but are not limited to, the tasks outlined in this job description, as well as any additional duties assigned to support the overall success of the restaurant.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, reach, climb, walk, and stand for long durations of time.
• Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies of up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color peripheral, and depth perception.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

This job description is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out other duties as requested.

Rate of Pay and Benefits

• Starting rate of $20-$24/hr DOE
• 50% off Dreamland and Aviator Nation
• Family Meals provided for ticketed events held at Dreamland
• Gain hospitality experience

EEO Statement

Aviator Nation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.