Prep cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One meal per shift

25% discount on Food and Beverage

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Charlotte, NC is looking for a Prep Cook to assist in kitchen tasks. The role includes preparing ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and following directions from chefs. No prior experience is necessary, and candidates should have good physical condition and a team-oriented attitude. The position offers one meal per shift and a discount at our restaurants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
• Ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Good physical condition and stamina required.
• Team player with effective communication skills.
• Positive attitude focused on problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan tasks.
• Label and store all ingredients for easy access.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients like washing vegetables.
• Perform basic cooking tasks like reducing sauces.
• Ensure all foods are stored properly.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Adaptability

Manual dexterity

Good physical condition

Creativity

Leadership

Sense of urgency

Problem solving

Job description

Prep Cook

The Prep Cook performs routine kitchen tasks to prepare ingredients and dishes according to recipes. The role requires a quick, diligent approach, adherence to kitchen health and safety rules, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan tasks.
• Label and store all ingredients on shelves for easy organization and access.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings that will be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
• Perform basic cooking tasks, such as reducing sauces, blanching foods, etc.
• Prepare simple dishes like salads, appetizers, etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out the trash, etc.
• Ensure all foods and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen tasks as assigned.

Qualifications & Expectations

• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
• Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Good physical condition and endurance.
• Team player with effective communication skills.
• Positive attitude focused on problem solving; open to feedback and change.
• Adaptability to new processes and systems.

Values

• Friendliness
• Punctuality
• Responsibility
• Ethics
• Discretion
• Reliability
• Honesty
• Respect

Skills & Abilities

• Leadership
• Creativity
• Proactivity
• Mathematical skills
• Oral and written expression
• Effective communication (internal and external)
• Tolerance and initiative
• High organizational sense
• Visual and auditory acuity
• Sense of urgency

Mental Capacity

• Working under pressure
• Concentration: minimize errors, especially when the restaurant is quiet
• Judgment and control: use common sense for decision making

Physical Capacity

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to hold and maneuver trays with food and beverages

Knowledge

• Food and Beverage Sanitation and Hygiene

Schedule

Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• One meal per shift (not applicable to to‑go orders)
• 25% discount on Food and Beverage at all our Puerto Vallarta restaurants

Experience

No prior experience required.

Uniform

• Dress pants or slacks
• T‑shirt or chef's coat
• Closed, non‑slip shoes
• Hairnet
• Chef's hat or cap

Preparador / Descripción del puesto (Español)

El Preparador realiza tareas rutinarias de cocina, como configurar estaciones de trabajo e ingredientes, para que la comida se pueda preparar de acuerdo con las recetas.

Responsabilidades (Español)

• Siga la lista de preparación creada por los chefs para planificar las tareas.
• Etiquete y almacene todos los ingredientes en los estantes.
• Mida los ingredientes y condimentos que se utilizarán en la cocina.
• Prepare los ingredientes para cocinar lavando y picando verduras, cortando carne, etc.
• Realice tareas básicas de cocina, como reducir las salsas, sancochar los alimentos, etc.
• Prepare platos sencillos como ensaladas, entrantes, etc.
• Mantenga una cocina limpia y ordenada lavando platos, desinfectando superficies, sacando basura, etc.
• Asegúrese de que todos los alimentos y otros artículos se almacenen correctamente.
• Cumpla con las pautas de nutrición y saneamiento.
• Realice otras tareas de cocina según lo asignado.

Expectativas (Español)

• Conocimiento de las reglas de salud y seguridad en una cocina.
• Destreza manual para operar herramientas de corte y utensilios de cocina.
• Muy buena condición física y resistencia.
• Trabajo en equipo, comunicación efectiva y responsabilidad del restaurante.
• Actitud positiva orientada a la resolución de problemas y apertura al cambio.
• Adaptabilidad a los procesos y nuevos sistemas.

Valores (Español)

• Amable
• Puntual
• Responsable
• Con alto sentido de ética
• Discreto & Confiable
• Honesto
• Atento
• Respetuoso

Habilidades y Destrezas (Español)

• Liderazgo
• Creatividad
• Proactividad
• Habilidad matemática
• Expresión oral y escrita
• Comunicación efectiva (Interna y externa)
• Tolerancia e iniciativa
• Alto sentido de organización
• Agudeza visual y auditiva
• Sentido de urgencia

Capacidad Mental (Español)

• Trabajar bajo presión
• Concentración: minimizar errores cuando el restaurante esté solo
• Juicio y control: criterio propio para la toma de decisiones

Capacidad Física (Español)

• Capacidad de mantenerse de pie y caminar durante largos períodos
• Poder manejar utensilios pesados a altas y bajas temperaturas

Conocimientos (Español)

• Procesos de Sanidad e higiene

Horario (Español)

Disponibilidad para trabajar fines de semana y días festivos.

Beneficios (Español)

• 1 comida por turno (No aplica para llevar)

Experiencia (Español)

Experiencia comprobada como cocinero de preparación.

Uniforme (Español)

• Pantalón de mezclilla o vestir
• Playera o filipina
• Zapatos antiderrapantes
• Malla para cabello
• Gorra o Gorro chef