Prep Cook

Darden Restaurants Inc.; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance eligibility

401(k) with competitive match

Dining discounts

Employee assistance program

Training and career growth

Job summary

Ruth’s Chris in Metairie, LA is seeking a Prep Cook to passionately prepare, portion, and cook high-quality dishes, ensuring great presentation for every plate.

You will measure ingredients, maintain a professional demeanor with guests and coworkers, and thrive in our energetic, guest-focused kitchen environment. Join a team dedicated to legendary hospitality and exceptional cuisine.

Qualifications

• Passionately prepare, portion, and/or cook food items to quality specifications.
• Ensure exceptional presentation by checking/dressing dishes before they are served.
• Showcase superior dexterity skills to operate cutting tools quickly and safely.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to ensure correct cooking and flavor profiles.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Be a true team player and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion, and cook food items to quality specifications.
• Check/dress dishes to ensure excellent presentation.
• Use cutting tools quickly and safely with dexterity.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for correct flavor profiles.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude with coworkers and guests.
• thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.

Skills

Food prep

Portion control

Knife skills

Quality standards

Team player

Tools

Cutting tools

Job description

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits belowAre you ready for the best job ever?Since Ruth’s Chris was founded in 1965, the most important ingredient in our recipe for success has been a team of hard-working people with a passion for creating special experiences for our Guests. We believe in treating our team like family and providing an environment where you can be yourself and grow professionally, while delivering hospitality as legendary as our steaks.This is your chance to join the best of the best and start a career with endless opportunity, plus great benefits like:Health insurance eligibility when working an average of 30 hours per week401(k) with competitive matchDining discountsEmployee assistance programTraining and exciting career growth opportunitiesPaid Sick Leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked, begin accruing upon hire)Paid Family and Medical Leave (up to 2 weeks after 1 year of service)Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonusState Benefits OverviewGet Ready to Sizzle: The heart of the kitchen, our Prep Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine.This role and you are the perfect pairing if you can:Passionately prepare, portion, and/or cook food items to quality specificationsEnsure exceptional presentation by checking/dressing dishes before they are servedShowcase superior dexterity skills to operate cutting tools quickly and safelyMeasure ingredients and seasonings to ensure correct cooking and flavor profilesMaintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customersThrive in a fast-paced environmentBe a true team player and work well with others