Efficiency-Driven Prep Cook

famousdavescareers; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items per our recipes and specifications. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Responsibilities include timely station readiness, maintaining a brisk, organized pace, strict recipe adherence, accurate portioning, and a clean as-you-go approach. A strong teamwork mindset and flexible schedule are essential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform.
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps.
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step.
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests.
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Food safety

Team player

Job description

Famous Dave's is seeking a kitchen team member to produce and maintain menu items per our recipes and specifications. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Responsibilities include timely station readiness, maintaining a brisk, organized pace, strict recipe adherence, accurate portioning, and a clean as-you-go approach. A strong teamwork mindset and flexible schedule are essential.