Prep Cook

Workstream; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

IHOP in New Berlin, WI is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare menu items according to recipes and plate presentations. You will set up the station, maintain quality, and follow food safety standards while delivering fast, friendly service.

Responsibilities include following written instructions, preparing prep items, cleaning stations, and supporting daily and weekly cleaning tasks. This role offers hourly pay based on experience and opportunities for merit-based increases.

Qualifications

• Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• Must possess and/or obtain a valid Food Handlers Card prior to employment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Good personal hygiene required.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follows written instructions to prepare menu and prep items.
• Completes all assigned prep work in a timely manner.
• Set up work station according to station diagram.
• Practices sanitary and safe food handling at all times.
• Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during, and after shift.
• Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.

Skills

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Personal hygiene

Tools

Knives

Slicing equipment

Job description

Primary Responsibilities:

Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook’s station. Maintains product presentations, product quality, food safety, and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Recipes, Plate presentations and specifications.

Specific Functions and Duties:

• 1. Follows written instructions to prepare menu and prep items.
• 2. Completes all assigned prep work in a timely manner.
• 3. Set up work station according to station diagram.
• 4. Practices sanitary and safe food handling at all times.
• 5. Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during, and after shift.
• 6. Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.

Qualification Standards:

• 1. Able to place plates, utensils, pans and cases on high and low shelves.
• 2. Reading, writing, and verbal communication skills required.
• 3. Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment.
• 4. Good personal hygiene required.
• 5. Must possess and/or obtain a valid Food Handlers Card prior to employment.
• 6. Must be at least18 years of age.

Physical Requirements:

• 1. Must be able to stand and exert a well-paced mobility for periods up to four hours in length.
• 2. Must be able to speak clearly and listen attentively to managers, expediters, and other staff members.
• 3. Transports and carries objects up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• 4. Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Wages:

• 1. Hourly pay rate is dependent on experience
• 2. Merit increases based upon performance
• 3. Semi-annual performance evaluations

Since 1958, IHOP has been the place where people connect over breakfast, enjoy study breaks, grab a bite before or after sporting events, and so much more. And no matter what menu items they order, there’s one ingredient that’s always constant a smile. We’ve seen millions of smiles over the years in our restaurants, and now shared in photos across our social properties. In fact, smiles are so much a part of our culture that we changed our logo to include one.
This is just one of the many fun and exciting changes you can expect from IHOP. Because we know the shortest distance between two people is a smile.