Prep Cook

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. in Saint Paul is seeking dedicated kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation. Applicants should have at least 2 years of related experience and be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends. Key responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, adhering to recipes, and ensuring timely preparations. Ideal candidates must have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a positive attitude while being proficient in safe food handling. Join our team to support a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensure station ready to work at scheduled time with proper uniform.
• Maintain brisk and steady pace, organized and no unnecessary steps.
• Adhere 100% to recipes when prepping or assisting with production.
• Use scales, measuring spoons for portion control.
• Maintain kitchen and equipment in a 'like new' condition.
• Your productivity is measured by quality and quantity of work.
• Stock supplies before the rush.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Professional image

Positive attitude

Safe food handling

Team player

Job description

Job Summary

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities

• Timeliness - Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace - Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence - 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning - Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness - Maintain the kitchen and all equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity - Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead - Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
• Ability to work and communicate well with others
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
• Responsible behavior and professional image
• Must have a positive attitude
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays