Prep Cook

ADVOCATORUM PASCIMUS LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Momofuku Los Angeles is seeking a Prep Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen, assisting the Back of House team and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

You will prepare items to specification, collaborate with FOH/BOH teams, and contribute to a positive dining experience in a bustling environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude with a desire to learn and grow.
• Strong work ethic and passion for food.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner according to recipes, portion control and presentation specifications.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, organization and maintenance of kitchen and culinary equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including refrigeration, cooking equipment and prep areas.
• Demonstrate safe and proper use of all kitchen equipment, including knife handling.
• Maintain open communication with Back of House and Front of House teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Job description

MomofukuMomofuku was founded by chef David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar in New York City. Credited with “the rise of contemporary Asian-American cuisine” by the New York Times and named the “most important restaurant in America” by Bon Appétit magazine, Momofuku has restaurants in the New York, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas as well as Momofuku Goods, a line of restaurant-grade products for home cooks.About Super Peach by MomofukuPart of the larger Momofuku family, Super Peach is an approachable, fast-paced concept built for high volume and bold flavor. Super Peach offers the opportunity to join a growing team focused on sharp execution, great hospitality, and creating a high-energy dining experience from the ground up.The Momofuku Prep Cook is an individual who assists the Back of House staff in preparing food, maintains a safe and clean food environment and takes on other culinary tasks as delegated. The ideal Momofuku Prep Cook candidate is focused, driven, detail oriented and comfortable working in a kitchen environment.ResponsibilitiesPrepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner in accordance to recipe, portion control and presentation specificationsAssist with cleaning, sanitation, organization and maintenance of kitchen and culinary equipment.Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.Demonstrate safe and proper use of all kitchen equipment, including knife cutting skillsMaintain open and effective communication with Back of House team and Front of House team.Support other team members and foster a positive work environment.Required QualificationsA positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skillsA passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedicationStrong desire and ability to work on a successful and effective team.Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team.Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time.Preferred Qualifications2+ years of experience as a Prep Cook, Commis, Line Cook, or similar role in a high volume, upscale restaurant.Proven ability to train new Prep Cooks in all aspects and responsibilities of the role.Ability to assist the culinary team in receiving goods for the restaurant.A proven track record of dependability, a continuous focus on learning and development, and a history of consistently and successfully fulfilling all role responsibilities.Physical DemandsThe physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.The duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.Momofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.