Prep Cook

Areas USA, Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Areas USA, Inc. in Lexington, KY is seeking a prep cook to support high-volume food preparation and delivery of quality guest experiences. You will prepare items to exact specs, assist with opening/closing duties, and help maintain clean, organized work areas.

The role emphasizes following prep sheets, adhering to safety and sanitation standards, and coordinating with the chef to ensure smooth service. No diploma required; experience preferred, with physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of prep/line cook experience.
• Ability to read prep sheets and follow instructions.
• Basic math to calculate recipes and portion sizes.
• Physical capacity to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to specifications before and during unit operations, complying with portion sizes and quality standards.
• Communicate with the chef for instructions or training.
• Maintain health codes, sanitation regulations, and safety procedures.
• Open/close duties, side work, and end-of-day inventory as directed.
• Break down boxes and dispose of them properly.

Skills

Reading prep sheets

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tools

Knives

Saucepans

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