Prep Cook

famousdavescareers; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave's is seeking a motivated line cook to produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station, following our recipes and specifications to guarantee flavor, consistency, and presentation.

You will ensure safety and sanitation standards, work with a positive attitude, communicate clearly with teammates, and stay organized and prepared for shifts that include nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work nights, days, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks while staying organized and proactive.
• Must be a team player with a strong focus on safe food handling.

Responsibilities

• Ensure station is ready at scheduled time and wearing proper uniform.
• Maintain brisk, organized pace with no unnecessary steps.
• Adhere to recipes and specifications for all prep and production steps.
• Portion items accurately using scales and measuring tools.
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean and in like-new condition.
• Meet productivity targets based on quantity and quality.
• Stock supplies ahead of rush; stay organized.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Work as part of a cooperative team.

Skills

Multitask ability

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Food safety

Job description

Job Summary:

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's, safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities:

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
• Ability to work and communicate well with others
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
• Responsible behavior and professional image
• Must have a positive attitude
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Qualifications:

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays