Prep Cook

Gaucho Parrilla Argentina; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaucho Parrilla Argentina is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to join their team. The role involves organizing and preparing food items while maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates are organized, reliable, and have a passion for culinary arts. Certification and teamwork are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Certification in ServSafe or equivalent required.
• Positive and professional demeanor.
• Experience preferred but motivated candidates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for production including sauces and stocks.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Assist co-workers and follow instructions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Listening and understanding

Patience

Ability to act quickly

Dependability

Education

Culinary student or graduate

ServSafe certification or equivalent

Job description

As a Prep Cook at Gaucho Parrilla Argentina, you are the first component in a kitchen process that requires amazing teamwork and support. Prep Cooks set the stage for service by mastering organization, cleanliness and communication. As a Prep Cook you will :

• Receive, organize and stock deliveries of inventory items
• Rotate and reorganize inventory daily
• Prepare food items for production and utilization
• Prepare sauces, stocks, vegetables, meats, fish and poultry items as directed by the Chef and in accordance with recipes
• Assist in the process of charcuterie production
• Set up line stations in preparation of service
• Detail kitchen equipment and maintain exceptional cleanliness of Production Kitchen and storage areas

If you are a culinary student, graduate, or experienced professional OR motivated, passionate and organized then this is the opportunity for you. Apply now for a shot at joining our award-winning team. Experienced REQUIRED.

Requirements :

General Requirements include :

ServSafe certification or equivalent

Positive and professional demeanor

General hygiene for a healthy lifestyle

On-time and dependable

Standing and moving around for eight hours

Organizational skills

Listening and understanding

Keeping track of many things

Following instruction

Patience and calm under pressure

Act / react quickly

Willingness to help others

Honest and reliable

Responsibilities :

Primary responsibilities include :

inventory, setup and prep for each station upon opening

maintain clean, sanitary and organized work area

season, prepare, taste and compose menu items as directed

assist co-workers when necessary or instructed

maintain kitchen tools and equipment

detailed cleaning of station areas at close

consistent communication with Chef's

Additional responsibilities may be required.