Prep Cook

The Kitchen American Bistro; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kitchen American Bistro in Boulder is seeking a Prep Cook to assist in meal preparation and back-of-house duties. This role requires a high-energy individual who is eager to learn and adapt in a fun, community-focused environment. Join us and grow with the team!

Benefits

PTO and Paid Sick Time

Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance

Disability

Wellness Reimbursement Program

Referral Program

Free Boulder RTD pass for eligible employees

Store discount

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Recognition and Loyalty Programs

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess solid knowledge of the restaurant food industry.
• Desire to expand restaurant knowledge.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals and portion food.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Cleans and organizes kitchen areas.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

One year of experience in the restaurant food industry

Job description

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Summary

The Kitchen Bistro in Boulder is a community gathering spot featuring a seasonal menu and shared plates set in a modern, rustic atmosphere. The prep cook is responsible for assisting in the preparation of excellent meals from scratch as well as assisting with other back-of-house duties. Our line cooks support the team and help to create and maintain an exciting, inviting, and progressive environment. This person should be a high-energy and positive individual who will help foster connections with friends, family, and the community through service, food, and drink. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, eager to learn, and adaptable. We offer a unique, fun environment with the opportunity to grow within the company.

Summary

The Kitchen Bistro in Boulder is a community gathering spot featuring a seasonal menu and shared plates set in a modern, rustic atmosphere. The prep cook is responsible for assisting in the preparation of excellent meals from scratch as well as assisting with other back-of-house duties. Our line cooks support the team and help to create and maintain an exciting, inviting, and progressive environment. This person should be a high-energy and positive individual who will help foster connections with friends, family, and the community through service, food, and drink. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, eager to learn, and adaptable. We offer a unique, fun environment with the opportunity to grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals.
• Properly measures ingredients and assembles them in accordance with the chef’s specifications. Use a scale to ensure proper portioning of food items.
• Wash, peel, and prepare raw food products; chop vegetables and make salads.
• Cut and portion different types of meat.
• Portions the food and prepares the dishes for plating.
• Ensure leftover food is stored properly.
• Test the temperature of foods at specified intervals.
• Cleans, organizes and maintains refrigerators, coolers, and dry storage areas. Restock items as needed. Keep track of ingredient quantities and ensure there are always enough.
• Understands and complies with food safety and temperature standards.
• Open and close the restaurant and perform related work as requested.
• Ability to perform objectives in a timely and efficient manner with a focus on quality while always maintaining a positive and professional approach with coworkers.
• Promote and embrace the restaurant’s community and culture by demonstrating respect, positive energy, dependability, honesty, initiative, outgoing nature, and a pleasant, professional appearance.
• Support the restaurant's vision and responsibility of being eco-conscious.
• Assist the team as needed. Perform related work as requested; model and promote teamwork.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must possess solid knowledge of the restaurant food industry and be able to take instruction well.
• One year of experience or comparable. Desire to expand restaurant knowledge.
• Superior temperament, adaptable nature, and good communication skills.
• Demonstrate integrity in all areas, both personal and professional.
• Must be able to operate effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly.
• The ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Ability to perform all functions at the restaurant level.
• Working with hot, cold, and potentially hazardous equipment as well as operating office equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to walk.
• May be required to work in very warm or cold conditions for an extended period of time.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 45 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Operation of any high-pressure steam boiler or high-temperature water boiler.
• The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
  
  

Salary

• $16.00 - $21.00 per hour plus service fee
  
  

Benefits we offer for Full-Time Employees!

• PTO and Paid Sick Time
• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Disability
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Referral Program
• Free Boulder RTD pass for eligible employees
• Store discount
• Educational Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition and Loyalty Programs
• Advancement Opportunities
• Great Company Culture and Community Involvement!
  
  

The Kitchen is an EEO Employer. The responsibilities and physical demands described here describe the essential nature and level of work performed and are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Position remains open for one week following the initial post or until filled.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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