Prep Cook

Burger Burger; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Flexible scheduling

Generous food discount

Job summary

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar is seeking a Prep Cook in Rochester, NY. This hourly position involves preparing food items, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will possess skills in food preparation and customer interaction. Pay ranges from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour.

The restaurant promotes a fast-paced, service-oriented culture emphasizing excellent interpersonal communication. Benefits include a 401K plan, flexible scheduling, and generous food discounts.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Auditory and visual skills for kitchen safety.
• Knowledge of the Company’s food & beverage specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items following standard recipes and procedures.
• Assists cooks in preparing basic dessert items.
• Maintains assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition.

Skills

Able to read and understand the English language

ServSafe Certified

Basic mathematical skills

Excellent interpersonal relations

Organizational skills

Multi-task oriented

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Ovens

Dishwasher

Job description

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
• Assist cooks in the preparation of basic dessert items.
• Preps assigned items according to the Prep Lists and par levels set by management.
• Store and properly handle raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies.
• Properly measures and assembles ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes. Cuts and/or portions meat, fish and poultry.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Maintain assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Handle food in a manner that is consistent with local health department guidelines.
• Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinate the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.
• Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene.
• Comply with department’s dress code.
• Follow safety regulations, reporting injuries or any unsafe conditions and work practices to the supervisor.
• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Follow all designated uniform, grooming, safety and sanitation rules and regulations.

Knowledge & Skills

• Able to read and understand the English language.
• “ServSafe” Certified is a plus.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal relations and communicative skills.
• Auditory and visual skills.
• Knowledge of the Company’s food & beverage specifications.
• Organizational skills.
• Multi-task oriented.
• Maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines used in the performance of this job:
  • Kitchen equipment
  • Ovens
  • Stoves
  • Dishwasher
  • Slicers
  • Coffee machines
  • Steamer
  • Mixers
  • Chef's knives, etc.

Position Type & Hours of Work

This is an hourly paid position. Days and hours of work vary according to business hours and job requirements. Business operates seven (7) days a week; and hours start as early as 9 AM and can go as late as 2 AM depending on the work required.

Work Culture

Our Prep Cooks carry out our Vision of Being the Leading Purveyor of the Spirit of Hospitality by making sure Every Guest is Leaving Happy! This role will require fast paced service done with a smile and a high level of communication with guests, co workers, Managers and Chefs.

Compensation

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401K retirement plan
• Flexible scheduling
• Generous food discount
Great initial training and ongoing development

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.