Prep cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1 meal per shift

25% discount on Food and Beverage at all Puerto Vallarta restaurants

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Mooresville, NC is hiring a Prep Cook to perform routine kitchen tasks, ensuring food preparation aligns with recipes. The role demands quickness and attention to detail while adhering to health and safety rules. As a Prep Cook, you prepare ingredients, assist in cooking simple dishes, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

This role requires no prior experience but values adaptability, teamwork, and positive attitude. Benefits include one meal per shift and a discount at all Puerto Vallarta restaurants.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
• Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Good physical condition and endurance.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude focused on problem solving and willingness to receive feedback.
• Adaptability to new processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan tasks.
• Label and store all ingredients for easy organization.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings for cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping.
• Perform basic cooking tasks like reducing sauces.
• Prepare simple dishes like salads and appetizers.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Food and Beverage Sanitation and Hygiene

Leadership

Creativity

Proactivity

Mathematical skills

Oral and written expression

High organizational sense

Visual acuity

Auditory acuity

Sense of urgency

Job description

Prep Cook

Prep Cook performs routine kitchen tasks, such as setting up workstations and ingredients, so that food can be prepared according to recipes. The role requires quickness, diligence, and a willingness to improve on the job. Skill in following instructions and adherence to all kitchen health and safety rules is essential. Operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment is a fundamental part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan tasks.
• Label and store all ingredients on shelves for easy organization and access.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings that will be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
• Perform basic cooking tasks, such as reducing sauces and blanching foods.
• Prepare simple dishes like salads and appetizers.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out the trash.
• Ensure all foods and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
• Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Good physical condition and endurance.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude focused on problem solving and willingness to receive feedback.
• Adaptability to new processes.
• Availability to work weekends and holidays.
• No prior experience required.

Knowledge & Skills

• Food and Beverage Sanitation and Hygiene.
• Leadership, creativity, proactivity.
• Mathematical skills, oral and written expression.
• High organizational sense, visual and auditory acuity.
• Sense of urgency, tolerance and initiative.

Physical & Mental Capacity

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to hold and maneuver trays with food and beverages.
• Working under pressure and maintaining concentration.

Schedule

• Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• 1 meal per shift (not applicable for to-go orders).
• 25% discount on Food and Beverage at all Puerto Vallarta restaurants.

Uniform

• Dress pants or slacks.
• T-shirt or chef's coat.
• Closed, non-slip shoes.
• Hairnet.
• Chef's hat or cap.