Prep Cook

King's Seafood Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Hourly rate

Qualifying sick leave

RTD bus pass

Free Family Meal

Tenure incentive

Cross training opportunities

Education Reimbursement

Generous Dining Discount

Job summary

King's Seafood Company is looking for a dedicated Prep Cook in Denver, Colorado. As an essential part of the kitchen team, you will ensure recipe adherence and quality while working closely with cooks and managers. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience in a support role and be ready to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20-$23/hour, benefits like sick leave, RTD bus pass, and educational reimbursement. Join us to enhance your culinary skills!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• 1 year experience in a support/prep cook role.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Complete opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Prepare necessary food items for meal period.
• Monitor cleanliness and organization of assigned station.

Skills

Food handlers Card

Cooking techniques knowledge

Communication in English

Knowledge of sanitation

Education

High school graduate

Tools

Food serving and preparation equipment

Job description

The Prep Cook is one of the most important positions we have in the kitchen to ensure recipe adherence, quality control, and overall sanitation. As a prep cook, you will be the partner of the cooks and work closely with the opening managers to set up each shift for success. You will be cross trained in all recipes and work in a fast paced environment.

We keep it reel! This is what we bring to the table:

• Competitive Hourly rate ($20-$23/hour)
• Qualifying sick leave according to the state/city regulations
• An RTD bus pass for unlimited rides!
• Free "Family Meal" on your working shift
• Tenure incentive
• Cross training opportunities
• Teamwork / Flexible Hours
• Education Reimbursement
• Generous Dining Discount
• Exposure to new kitchen techniques

Once hired, you will be trained and tested in your area of expertise to ensure your capability and knowledge of the recipes, procedures, and quality components. You will be trained on our kitchen standards and you will contribute and excels in a team service environment. You will be responsible for following all company standards and guidelines, and performs opening, on-going, and closing side-work duties.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• 1 year experience in a support/prep cook role.
• High school graduate.
• Food handlers Card
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate verbal and written English with Guests, management and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of all cooking techniques which are required to prepare restaurant menu items.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of all preparation method/time, all ingredients and quality standards, appearance, texture, and temperature.
• Ability to maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of food serving and preparation equipment.
• Ability to comprehend prep sheets

Essential Job Functions

• Complete opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Prepare necessary food items for meal period and next service.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
• Prep food for scheduled meal period.
• Follow supervisor’s instruction.
• Alert Chef or Sous Chef as to any deficiencies of food items.
• Notify management of any pertinent information related to shift activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Water Grill

Devoted to quality and inspired by the season, Water Grill is a seafood destination and signature experience for Guests to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep selection of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that frequently changes.

Since 1989, Water Grill has delivered remarkable experiences through an unwavering devotion to seafood and service. The visually captivating space features a Guest-facing raw bar and saltwater tanks showcasing live spiny lobsters and king crabs, adding photo-worthy opportunities to the straight-from-the-water culinary experience. Crewmembers are completely dedicated to being knowledgeable stewards of the ocean and delivering an elevated dining experience.

Are you hooked yet?

We accept on-going applications