Food Prep

Summerwood Corporation; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Summerwood Corporation is seeking dedicated kitchen staff in Fort Payne, Alabama. Applicants must have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. Responsibilities include food preparation according to recipes, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food quality standards.

Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 40 pounds and have prior prep or line cook experience preferred. The position offers opportunities in a dynamic kitchen environment where attention to detail and organization are key.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate in the primary language of the work location.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Understanding of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Finger dexterity to use small tools adeptly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items daily in the kitchen.
• Follow recipes and portion controls.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Assist other cooks as necessary.
• Ensure quality food presentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Description

• Must be friendly, outgoing, and possess good communication skills.
• Is organized and able to think and act quickly and effectively.
• Retains self-composure.
• Must possess a sense of urgency and timing.
• Must set high standards, be quality conscious, and have an eye for detail.
• Must take pride in personal appearance and have a sense of dedication to his/her job.
• Must display integrity and honesty in all aspects of his/her employment.
• Responsible for daily preparation of food items in various areas of the kitchen.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications set by restaurant.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleans and maintains stations using good safety, sanitation, and organizational skills.
• Understands how to properly use and maintain equipment in station.
• Assists with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Prepares, according to standards and recipes, all products in the station to which he/she is assigned by management.
• Assists other line cooks or prep when necessary.
• Communicates clearly and efficiently with other kitchen team members and receives information and feedback from them on their needs, and takes action based on observation and information received.
• Observes quality of food in his/her station, taking all necessary actions to ensure standards.
• Works as a team with all personnel.
• Takes responsibility for efficient food presentation and proper cooking times.
• Maintains kitchen equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by a manager.

Requirements

• Must be able to communicate in, read, write, and understand the primary language of the work location.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations and be able to stand and exert mobility for periods up to 6 hours in length.
• Must have the ability to lift pots, pans, and other items weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must have an understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Must possess finger dexterity to use small tools adeptly.
• Must be able to follow instructions.
• Must have ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with supervisors and all other employees.
• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred.