Prep Cook

OnTheFly Hospitality; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

OnTheFly Hospitality in Dublin, OH, is seeking a cook to prepare a variety of foods using broilers, ovens, grills and other kitchen equipment according to the Daily Prep List.

The role requires 1 year of kitchen experience, the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and communicate clearly with managers and kitchen staff; follow standard recipes and maintain a clean workspace.

Qualifications

• 1+ year kitchen preparation and cooking
• At least 6 months in a similar role
• Clear communication with managers and kitchen staff
• Ability to lift up to 40 lb repeatedly
• Stand for long periods (up to 5 hours)

Responsibilities

• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Understands and complies with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area and equipment.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist; assists others in closing.
• Attends scheduled meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Reports equipment and food quality problems to Kitchen Manager promptly.
• Informs Kitchen Manager of product shortages.
• Uses the Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products; do not rely on memory.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Clear communication

Physical stamina

Standing for long periods

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Summary of Position:

Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Understands and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to Kitchen Manager.
• Inform Kitchen Manager immediately of product shortages.
• Uses our Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products. Do not rely on the memory of yourself or other employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).