Prep Cook

Areas USA, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Areas USA, Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a prep cook to support busy kitchen operations, preparing food to specifications and maintaining quality during opening and service.

You will read prep sheets, follow the chef's instructions, maintain sanitation, and assist with inventory and closing duties. No diploma required; lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Capacity to use knives safely and handle equipment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations.
• Label, date and wrap food products in accordance with ServSafe procedures.
• Communicate with chef for any instructions or training.
• Uphold health codes and sanitation regulations and follow safety, security and kitchen procedures.
• Maintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelines.
• Break down boxes and dispose of them properly.
• Be able to perform opening, mid and closing duties as outlined by management.

Skills

Read prep sheets

Follow instructions

Safe with knives

Stamina standing long shifts

Education

No diploma required

Tools

Knives

Small equipment

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Overview -You will never get bored coordinating multiple orders on demand in this fast-paced environment. Apply now to discover a world of flavors and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering excellent food preparation and service to guests.ResponsibilitiesPrepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, and label, date and wrap food products in accordance with ServSafe proceduresCommunicate with chef for any instructions or trainingUphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow all safety, security and kitchen proceduresMaintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly mannerPerform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelinesBreak down boxes and dispose of them properly.Be able to perform opening, mid and closing duties as outlined by management.QualificationsNo experience or diploma requiredAbility to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructionsCapacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment warePhysical RequirementsMust be able to lift 50 lbs, as well as stand and walk for the entire length of shift, possibly in a confined spaceManual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipmentExposed to variable temperatures, frequently immersing hands in waterlines and record all waste on spoilage sheetQualificationsMinimum of 6 months of experience as a prep cook or line cookAbility to move rapidly and coordinate multiple ordersAbility to follow procedures and take directionsBasic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportionsPhysical RequirementsManual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, and blend a variety of foods and liquidsAbility to carry large pans, weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate kitchen equipment