PREP COOK

Groot Hospitality; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

Papi Steak (Miami) at Groot Hospitality is seeking a prep cook who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and shares a passion for hospitality and guest service. You will work in a diverse, dynamic team focused on delivering remarkable guest experiences.

Responsibilities include setting up stations, following prep lists, measuring ingredients, preparing simple dishes, and assisting chefs while maintaining cleanliness and food safety. Weekend and holiday work is required.

Qualifications

• Proven prep cook experience.
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists created by chefs.
• Measuring ingredients and preparing cooking ingredients.
• Preparing simple dishes, such as entrees or salads.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to culinary tasks.
• Distributing plates to wait staff and preparing take away packages.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Preparing drinks and cocktails according to specifications.

Skills

Prep cook experience

Food handler’s card

Stand for long periods

Fast-paced environment

Communication and teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler’s card

Job description

Papi Steak (Miami), a Groot Hospitality venue, employs team members who demonstrate a passion for hospitality and dedication to company values and guest service. We are a diverse organization that provides the opportunity to excel in a fast-paced dynamic environment. We are always seeking driven individuals who embrace our commitment to delivering remarkable guest experiences and contributing to company success. At Papi Steak, we offer meaningful career opportunities that balance professional development with work/life harmony, creating a rewarding path in hospitality.

Prep cooks are the building blocks of a well-oiled kitchen, doing the routine and day-to-day tasks that are needed to allow the cooks and chefs to turn out perfect meals. Prep cooks do much of the preparation for the dishes that are served. This includes chopping vegetables, breaking down, cutting or grinding meat, weighing and mixing ingredients, washing and preparing vegetables, storing food, and more.

Prep cooks report to the head chef or cook and may work earlier than most other cooks.

Due to the nature of our business, this position is required to work weekends and holidays.

The Day-to-day Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations
• Following prep lists created by chefs.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
• Preparing simple dishes, such as entrees or salads.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
• Distributing plates to wait staff to be served, cleaning plates for dish washing, and preparing take away packages for customers.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Preparing drinks and cocktails according to the chef's specifications.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• Proven prep cook experience.
• A food handler’s card.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• The ability to stand for extended periods.
• The ability to work a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.