Prep Cook

Bluestone Hospitality Group / Famous Dave's BBQ; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Famous Dave’s BBQ in Modesto, CA is seeking a Prep Cook to support our authentic smokehouse kitchen. You will prepare menu items per recipes, maintain cleanliness, and help ensure timely service.

This role requires basic kitchen skills, ability to stand for long shifts, and willingness to learn our scratch-made sauces. We value punctuality, teamwork, and food-safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous prep cook or cooking experience preferred.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required. Must be able to communicate effectively with other kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all menu items according to Famous Dave’s recipes, plate presentations and specifications.
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, smokers, ovens, stoves, and dishwashers.
• Maintain product presentations, product quality and cook time standards.
• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times.
• Clean as you go.
• Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.

Skills

Reading & writing comms

Knife skills

Team player

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Do you want to be part of an Authentic, Award-Winning and Legendary BBQ Team? Do you want to develop the skills of a Famous Pit Master? We are looking for team players who have the desire to learn about our in-house smoked, made from scratch recipes and wants to serve up Famous Food! You’ll also make sure that food safety standards are followed. Famous Dave’s expects you to be punctual, to support your fellow Team Members when we are smokin’ busy, and complete side duties that include but may not be limited to preparing food, monitor ticket times, and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares all menu items according to Famous Dave’s Recipes, Plate Presentations and specifications


• Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, smokers, ovens, stoves, and dishwashers


• Maintain product presentations, product quality and cook time standards


• Practice sanitary and safe food handling at all times


• Clean as you go


• Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age


• Previous Prep Cook or cooking experience preferred


• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment


• Reading, writing and verbal communication skills required. Must be able to communicate effectively with other kitchen staff

Physical Demands:

• Ability to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves


• Mobility required during the entire shift


• Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to eight (8) hours in length


• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50lbs


• Consistently handle product preparation

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer