Prep Cook

Areas USA, Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 20,664,000; Full time

Job summary

Areas USA, Inc. is seeking a prep cook to support a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare food to specifications, follow prep sheets, and communicate with the chef for instructions. Maintain sanitation, manage opening/closing duties, and handle end-of-day inventory while breaking down boxes properly.

The role requires physical stamina to lift up to 50 lbs and the ability to work across opening, mid, and closing shifts as directed by management.

Qualifications

• No experience or diploma required.
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructions.
• Capacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment ware.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, stand and walk for the entire shift.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures.
• Communicate with chef for instructions or training.
• Uphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform opening, closing, side work duties and end-of-day inventory.
• Break down boxes and dispose of them properly.
• Perform opening, mid and closing duties as outlined by management.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Coordination under pressure

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

No diploma required

Tools

Knives

Job description

Overview -You will never get bored coordinating multiple orders on demand in this fast-paced environment. Apply now to discover a world of flavors and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering excellent food preparation and service to guests.ResponsibilitiesPrepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures, and label, date and wrap food products in accordance with ServSafe proceduresCommunicate with chef for any instructions or trainingUphold all health codes and sanitation regulations and follow all safety, security and kitchen proceduresMaintains food, utensils and equipment in a clean and orderly mannerPerform opening, closing, and side work duties and end-of-day inventory in accordance with guidelinesBreak down boxes and dispose of them properly.Be able to perform opening, mid and closing duties as outlined by management.QualificationsNo experience or diploma requiredAbility to read and comprehend prep sheets and follow instructionsCapacity to use kitchen tools safely, including knives and small equipment warePhysical RequirementsMust be able to lift 50 lbs, as well as stand and walk for the entire length of shift, possibly in a confined spaceManual ability to chop, mix, blend, whip a variety of foods and liquids and operate kitchen equipmentExposed to variable temperatures, frequently immersing hands in waterlines and record all waste on spoilage sheetQualificationsMinimum of 6 months of experience as a prep cook or line cookAbility to move rapidly and coordinate multiple ordersAbility to follow procedures and take directionsBasic math skills to understand, calculate, and follow recipe measurements and proportionsPhysical RequirementsManual dexterity sufficient to chop, mix, and blend a variety of foods and liquidsAbility to carry large pans, weighing up to 50 pounds, and operate kitchen equipment