Prep Cook

Georgia Boys BBQ; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant industry is seeking a passionate Prep Cook. The role involves preparing cooking ingredients, maintaining kitchen order, and ensuring food safety standards. Flexibility and communication are key, along with a minimum of one year of relevant experience. Join a fun atmosphere with great people and food while contributing to a growing business.

Benefits

Teammate discounts

Full medical, dental, vision, Aflac and 401k

Paid time off that accrues from the moment you start

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a prep cook.
• Ability to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Good physical condition and endurance to work long hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables and cutting meat.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
• Write and follow a prep list to meet the restaurant needs.

Skills

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures

Communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Education

Minimum 1 year of experience as a line cook in a high-volume restaurant

Tools

Cutting tools

Kitchen utensils

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A Prep Cook candidate will need to be passionate about Southern style food and BBQ, possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, be physically capable of working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment, and be flexible with their schedule. They will be responsible for preparing food items, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, communicating effectively with others, and performing various duties as assigned by management.

Prep cooks do the majority of the preparation for the dishes that are served. This includes chopping vegetables, breaking down, cutting or portioning meats, weighing and mixing ingredients, washing and preparing vegetables, storing food, and more.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• What the Candidate Needs to be Good at:
• Passion for cooking and Southern cuisine and BBQ
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Physical endurance, including the ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  
  
  

What the Candidate Will Do:

• Write and follow a prep list to meet the needs of the restaurant.
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as making sauces, parboiling foods, prepping produce, operating kitchen machinery, etc.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees, etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
  
  
  

What we offer:

• Fun atmosphere, great people, and fantastic food.
• Flexible scheduling
• Teammate discounts
• Full medical, dental, vision, Aflac and 401k
• Paid time off that accrues from the moment you start
• A company that supports YOUR personal and professional growth.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as prep cook. (A minimum of 1 year of experience as a line cook in a high-volume restaurant.)
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in the kitchen.
• Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Good physical condition and endurance to work long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
• Able to stoop, bend and reach and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and some holidays

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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