Prep Cook

Art & Jake's Sports Bar; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program

Career development

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Same/Next-Day Pay

Job summary

Art & Jake's Sports Bar in Northville, Michigan, is seeking a Prep Cook to support kitchen staff in meal preparation and ingredient handling. You will label, chop, and organize items, sanitize work areas, and assist with basic cooking tasks to maintain efficient service.

The role requires familiarity with standard recipes, teamwork, and excellent communication, with opportunities for training and growth within a high-volume bar and grill environment.

Qualifications

• Proven food preparation and handling experience.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and communication with staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine kitchen tasks to support chefs and cooks.
• Label and stock ingredients; keep storage clean and organized.
• Wash, trim, and prepare ingredients for cooking.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, and portioning.
• Set up stations; maintain sanitation and safety standards.
• Assist with basic cooking duties and sauce reduction.

Skills

Food preparation

Food handling

Following recipes

Fast-paced work

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Job description

Company Overview

We are a high-volume sports bar and grill, a neighborhood favorite for families and individuals to celebrate a special occasion, catch the big game or just to have lunch or dinner. With over 100 tv's showing all sporting events, there is never a dull moment in our bar. We provide a fast paced and exciting environment for our staff, and we also provide the tools to for our staff to be successful. We only use the best ingredients available to make every meal remarkable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Company Overview

We are a high-volume sports bar and grill, a neighborhood favorite for families and individuals to celebrate a special occasion, catch the big game or just to have lunch or dinner. With over 100 tv's showing all sporting events, there is never a dull moment in our bar. We provide a fast paced and exciting environment for our staff, and we also provide the tools to for our staff to be successful. We only use the best ingredients available to make every meal remarkable.

Job Summary

A Prep Cook is responsible for providing a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals and ingredients. Their duties include organizing and labeling food items in storage closets, performing tasks like chopping ingredients and sanitizing their workstation during and after service.

Responsibilities

Prep Cooks perform various food preparation, cooking, and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes for patrons. Their duties and responsibilities include:

• Perform routine kitchen tasks.
• Follow the prep list created to plan duties.
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep.
• Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
• Undertake basic cooking duties, such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
• Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
• Ensure that all food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven food preparation and food handling experience.
• Working knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
• The ability to follow standardized recipes.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to work in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.

Benefits/Perks

• An extensive and well-rounded training program
• Continued career development and growth opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Same/Next-Day Pay Available