Prep Cook

CoralTree Hospitality; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CoralTree Hospitality is seeking a kitchen associate to plan, prep, and execute food production for designated outlets in line with standards and plating guides.

The role requires hands-on prep, efficient handling of production tasks, knife skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a clean, safe workspace that meets food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma.
• Excellent customer service focus and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret/extract information and perform arithmetic functions.

Responsibilities

• Gather, wash, cut, season, cook and store quality ingredients.
• Prepare basic items and handle all production tasks in a timely manner.
• Perform butchering tasks such as trimming and cutting.
• Support other cooks and assist Sous Chefs as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe work area following food safety standards.

Skills

Knife skills

Customer service

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma

Job description

This position will plan, prep, set up, and provide quality service in all areas of food production for menu items and specials in the designated outlets, in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications.

Responsibilities

Works efficiently and effectively to gather, wash, cut, season, cook, and store quality ingredients. Prepare basic food items in kitchen and handle all production tasks in a timely manner. Performs a variety of butchering tasks, such as trimming and cutting. Support all other cooks in their preparation tasks. Assist Sous Chefs in maintaining order and dealing with unexpected situations. Good working knowledge of kitchen systems and good knife skills are a must. Be able to withstand large workload under high heat. Maintain a clean and safe work area adhering to food safety and health standards. Handles and cleans kitchen equipment carefully and safely to prevent damage or injury. Perform other kitchen duties as required.

Qualifications

A minimum formal education of a high school diploma. Excellent customer service focus and communication skills. Ability to interpret/extract information and/or perform arithmetic functions. Ability to work under pressure and take initiative in a fast paced environment.