Prep Cook

American Social; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

American Social in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a dedicated kitchen team member to prepare and cook menu items, follow recipes, ensure proper portioning, and plate dishes in a timely, appealing manner to delight guests.

The role requires a food handling certificate, being 18 or older, fluent English, and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods. Night shifts may be required, with focus on safety and sanitation.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to work late-night shifts (up to 3 AM).
• Food handling certificate required.
• Fluent in English (read, write, speak).
• Physically able to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Strong attention to detail, speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items per recipes and standards.
• Read orders and prep items with proper portioning.
• Maintain FIFO to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Present dishes with proper plating and presentation.
• Keep station sanitized; clean floors and surfaces.
• Communicate with guests and coworkers throughout shift.
• Assist other team members as needed.
• Adhere to safety, sanitation and procedures.

Skills

Food handling

Attention to detail

English fluency

Late night availability

Lift 30 lbs

Team communication

Job description

Job Functions:

• Live and embraces American Social Vision and Core Values
• Reports to work on time and prepared for the shift
• Follows all Image and Appearance standards
• Monitors product supply and replenishes stock when necessary
• Reads order tickets and/or listens to what dishes are called to determine what items need to be prepared
• Prioritizes cooking and preparation times of each order to ensure proper pacing of guest meals.
• Accommodate guests' special requests.
• Prepares food items using recipe, proper portioning, and cooking standards to fulfill guests' orders
• Uses FIFO procedures to ensure freshness of product and eliminate waste
• High production standards including, consistency, firmness, and temperature of food
• Ensures food is cooked to standards and guests' specifications
• Ensure proper plate presentation, portioning, and recipe adherence
• Uses proper cooking equipment to prepare food items and to complete food orders
• Cleans station floors, counters, tools, cutting boards, and preparation surfaces using the proper cleaning solutions to ensure station remains sanitized
• Assists other employees as needed
• Demonstrate a helpful, positive attitude at all times to guests and employees
• Understand and adhere to all safety, sanitation, and administrative procedures
• Provide complete and timely communication to other employees throughout the shift
• Is prepared to conduct weekly maintenance duties
• Complete all assigned tasks and duties requested by managers

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Ability to work Late Night shifts, potentially to between 12 AM - 3AM
• Works assigned scheduled shifts
• Food handling certificate required
• Fluent in English; able to speak, read, write
• Ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
• Ability to transport items up to 30 pounds
• Remain in stationary position for up to 4 hours throughout work shift
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding