Prep Cook

KaTom Restaurant Supply, Inc; Gatlinburg (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedy Concepts is seeking a Prep Cook to assist in the preparation and organization of food items before they are cooked or served. The role ensures efficient kitchen operations and high-quality dishes for guests in a clean, energetic environment.

The position requires basic knife skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work well with a team to meet recipes and company standards. Previous kitchen experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Basic knife skills and knowledge of food safety/sanitation.
• Able to follow recipes and communicate with the team.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Refer to the Daily Prep List for assigned duties.
• Assist in preparing ingredients for cooking and measure according to recipes.
• Operate kitchen equipment per standards and needs.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.

Skills

Kitchen prep

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Punctuality

Tools

Broilers

Ovens

Grills

Fryers

Pasta cookers

Job description

Kennedy Concepts’ mission is toenrich the lives of our guests and our team members. We do this through servingthe highest level of food quality, bar drink quality, and legendary guestservice in a clean and comfortable environment with an energetic ambiance. Webelieve in treating our team members and guests like family and know that oursuccess depends upon creating and retaining a team capable of delivering anexceptional dining experience to every guest, every time and creating memoriesour guests will never forget.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Prep Cook is responsible forassisting in the preparation and organization of food items before they arecooked or served. This role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency of thekitchen and ensuring that high-quality dishes are prepared and delivered to ourguests.

DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completeopening and closing checklists.
• Referto the Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Assistin the preparation of ingredients for cooking, such as chopping vegetables,trimming meats, & measuring ingredients according to recipes and companyspecifications.
• Utilizebroilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment inaccordance with company standards and needs.
• Consistentlyexecute standards regarding portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, policiesand procedures.
• Portionsfood products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipespecifications.
• Ensureall ingredients are fresh and stored properly to maintain food quality andsafety.
• Keeptrack of food supplies, restock kitchen items, and ensure proper rotation ofstock to minimize waste.
• Maintainsa clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, walls grills,broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range& refrigeration equipment.
• Workclosely with kitchen team members to ensure timely and efficient foodpreparation and a smooth flow of operations.
• Assistchefs and line cooks with simple cooking tasks like grilling, sautéing, andfrying as needed.
• Followproper food safety guidelines, including food handling, storage, and sanitationprocedures.
• Attendall scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
• Promptlyreports equipment and food quality problems to Chef de Cuisine or General Manager.
• InformChef de Cuisine immediately of product shortages.
• Performsother related duties as assigned by the Chef de Cuisine or Manager on duty.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Aminimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Basicknife skills, understanding of food safety and sanitation, and a strongattention to detail.
• Ableto follow recipes & processes as well as effectively communicate to theteam so the needs of the kitchen are met.
• Strongorganizational and multitasking skills to keep up with the demands of a busykitchen.
• Abilityto work well in a collaborative team environment with a positive attitude.
• Canreach, bend, stoop and frequently lift items (up to 40 pounds).
• Workin a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours).
• Strongwork ethic and commitment to punctuality and dependable attendance.
• Abilityto work in a fast-paced environment.