Prep Cook

Bar Louie; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bar Louie is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to ensure guest satisfaction through high-quality food preparation. The role emphasizes cleanliness, teamwork, and effective communication. Ideal candidates should have culinary training and experience in a restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• 3-6 months of related experience or training preferred.
• Knowledge of restaurant prep and cooking methods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.
• Control costs by preparing items accurately.
• Complete opening and closing duties efficiently.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to develop positive relationships

Follow written and verbal instructions

Manage multiple tasks

Maintain high personal hygiene standards

Education

Culinary training

Food safety certification

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Description

At Bar Louie, we live to SERVE our Guests, our People, and our Community. We do this by GROWING our PEOPLE (That's YOU), our Fans, and our Company. While we are committed to maintaining safe, healthy, and compliant practices, we also celebrate thinking differently and creating the WOW in our daily work. We call this Freedom within a Framework, which helps us stay consistent as a brand while pursuing continuous improvement. Integrity is key, whether collaborating or working independently. We value empathy and fun every day, fostering a diverse and unique culture that includes YOU.

Position Overview

As a Prep Cook at Bar Louie, your primary focus is ensuring every guest feels safe and satisfied with the food you prepare. You are dedicated to cleanliness, accuracy, and quality. Your work may involve prepping, dishwashing, or line work depending on shift needs. You are focused, fast, adaptable, and pride yourself on your work. You're willing to assist others and contribute to a positive environment, including cleaning and supporting team tasks. Your care for others helps grow our business, ensuring guests return for their favorites.

Position Responsibilities

• Exemplify Bar Louie's Mission, Vision, and Values daily.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.
• Learn all prep items to prepare, label, rotate, and store items accurately per recipes and par levels.
• Maintain proper food storage and temperature standards.
• Control costs by preparing items accurately.
• Keep the kitchen clean and organized, cleaning as you go.
• Work independently or as part of a team, cross-training as needed.
• Follow directions and communicate effectively with management and peers.
• Complete opening and closing duties efficiently, including setup and cleanup.
• Adhere to all company policies and safety standards.
• Provide consistent availability and attendance.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication with managers and team members.
• Ability to develop positive relationships.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Memorize and prepare menu items accurately.
• Safely use knives and equipment.
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Maintain high personal hygiene standards.

Education and Training

• Culinary training or education preferred.
• Knowledge of restaurant prep and cooking methods.
• Food safety certification as required by law.
• 3-6 months of related experience or training preferred.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds constantly and up to 50 pounds as needed. Capable of working in hot or cold environments, standing and walking for extended periods, and performing frequent hand washing. Must be able to use knives and food prep equipment and communicate effectively.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.