Prep Cook

The-Olde-Mecklenburg-Brewery-1; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with match

Employee discount (food, merchandise,和

Family dinner

Room for growth

Job summary

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (OMB) in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Prep Cook to join its Culinary Team at the LoSo location. The role requires preparing ingredients, following recipes, and maintaining a clean, efficient station in a high-volume environment.

Typical duties include chopping, prepping proteins, sauces, and condiments, and assisting in catered events. Compensation is 15 to 17 USD per hour with benefits for full-time staff, and opportunities for growth within a brewery renowned for

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or culinary training at a high-volume establishment.
• Knowledge of professional cooking and knife handling.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.
• Experience using slicer and food processor.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and managers.
• Ability to transport up to 50 pounds.
• Team player and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily prep pars.
• Organize & measure ingredients accurately.
• Wash, peel, and chop vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
• Prepare proteins.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, and condiments.
• Label and date prepared items for freshness and rotation.
• Safely use kitchen equipment (knives, slicers, peelers, processors, blenders, mixers).
• Maintain clean, organized workspace.
• Follow recipes and guidelines from culinary management.
• Keep stations stocked and logs/par sheets up to date.
• Follow health department guidelines.
• Assist in catered events and other duties as assigned.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Knife handling

Safety & sanitation

Slicer usage

Food processor usage

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

Culinary degree or culinary training

Tools

Slicer

Food processor

Job description

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Prep Cook

Full Time Manual Labor OMB LoSo, Charlotte, NC, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1272

Salary Range: $15.00 To $17.00 Hourly

Position Title: Prep Cook

Reports To: Executive Chef

Location: OMB LoSo

About OMB

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (OMB) is a well-known craft brewery located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2009, it has become one of the city's premier destinations for beer enthusiasts, serving high-quality beers brewed in adherence to the German Purity Law, Reinheitsgebot. This law, which dates back to 1516, dictates that beer should be made only from water, barley, hops, and yeast, ensuring that OMB's offerings are both traditional and authentic.

OMB's original location is situated in the Lower South End (LoSo) neighborhood of Charlotte, where the brewery features a state-of-the-art production facility, a restaurant, and an expansive 1-acre biergarten. The brewery is especially known for its lively and family-friendly atmosphere, hosting numerous events and festivals throughout the year. Its beers are distributed across North Carolina through an independent wholesaler network, making them accessible statewide.

In Spring 2024, the brewery expanded by opening a second location in the Ballantyne neighborhood of South Charlotte. This new venue is a significant growth for OMB, featuring a spacious, two-story, 14,000-square-foot restaurant and biergarten, designed to offer even more space for beer lovers to enjoy a wide range of OMB's craft beers.

OMB is particularly proud of its community involvement and commitment to the craft beer movement, consistently offering high-quality brews that range from traditional German-style lagers to experimental seasonal brews. It is a celebrated part of Charlotte's beer scene and an iconic representation of German brewing traditions in the South.

About The Role

Serve as a member of OMB's Culinary Team, frequently interacting with both the Culinary Team and Service Team.

• Preparing ingredients for daily prep pars
• Organize & measure ingredients accurately
• Wash, peel, and chop vegetables, fruits, and herbs
• Prepare proteins
• Prepare sauces, dressings, and other condiments
• Label and date prepared items to ensure freshness and proper rotation
• Safely utilize kitchen equipment such as knives, slicers, peelers, food processors, blenders, and mixers
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Ensure that each OMB food item is prepared with the highest quality care, and craftsmanship
• Follow all recipes and guidelines set forth by culinary management
• Ensure that all stations remain stocked before and during the meal period and that logs and par sheets are maintained
• Follow food service guidelines set forth by the health department
• Perform additional duties, although not detailed, as requested by the Executive Chef
• Assist in catered event execution

What's In It For You?

• $15-17 an hour base pay dependent on qualifications
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage (for full-time employees)
• 401k with match
• Employee discount (food, merchandise, and beer!)
• Family dinner
• Room for growth

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or culinary training at a high-volume food establishment
• Knowledge of professional cooking and knife handling skills
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Experience using both a slicer and a food processor
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and managers
• Ability to transport up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Understanding of proper use and maintenance of major kitchen equipment
• Team player attitude Punctual & reliable
• Embody below 6 core values

OMB Core Values

• Integrity, do the right thing
• Service-minded
• Point of pride in the community
• Team

Additional Requirements to Consider

• All candidates must pass a pre-employment/post offer background check.
• Applications are reviewed regularly for both locations. If we would like to move forward with the interview process, HR will contact you via phone or email.
• Positions are posted and maintained regularly. If you have not received any communication from HR, we may not have an open position at the time but may contact you for a future position.
• OMB Participates in E-Verify for employment verification.
• OMB is an equal opportunity employer that hires individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities.