Prep Cook

The Halal Shack; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Halal Shack in Charlottesville is seeking a Prep Leader to guide daily prep, ensuring all components are ready for service. You will maintain recipe accuracy and quality while preparing vegetables, proteins, sauces, and other dish elements.

Thrive in a dynamic, student-focused environment that blends authentic Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors. Experience in fast-paced kitchens and strong teamwork are valued for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum experience as prep cook or similar kitchen role in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong knife skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent teamwork and communication with kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead all heavy prep for the day and ensure readiness for service.
• Maintain consistency with recipes and quality standards while prepping ingredients.
• Work with fresh ingredients to prepare veggies, proteins, sauces, and elements for dishes.
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow hygiene and food safety protocols to keep prep area clean and organized.

Skills

Knife skills

Teamwork

Fast-paced experience

Food safety

Job description

Flexible Schedule

Enjoy working 32 weeks during the school term with 20 weeks off when school is closed, or choose to work with our corporate training team and assist with new store openings over the summer!

Competitive Pay

Hourly rate with monthly bonus potential.

Dynamic Environment

Thrive in a lively, student-focused atmosphere at our authentic fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant.

Career Growth

Opportunity for growth in a supportive and engaging work environment.

Your Role:

Prep Leader: Lead all heavy prep for the day, ensuring everything is ready for a smooth and efficient service.

Maintain Excellence: Ensure consistency and adherence to recipes and quality standards while prepping ingredients.

Ingredient Mastery: Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients to prepare veggies, proteins, sauces, and other components needed for dishes.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure everything runs seamlessly and efficiently.

Hygiene Standards: Follow food safety and hygiene protocols diligently, maintaining a clean and organized prep area.

What We’re Looking For:

Experienced Cook: Proven experience as a prep cook or in a similar kitchen role in a fast-paced environment.

Skillful and Efficient: Excellent knife skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work quickly without compromising quality.

Team Player: Strong communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with the kitchen crew.

Passion for Cuisine: Enthusiasm for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, with an eagerness to contribute to creating delicious dishes.

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