Prep Cook

The Halal Shack Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Monthly bonus potential

Job summary

The Halal Shack Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Prep Leader to guide daily prep, ensure readiness for service, and uphold quality. You will handle vegetables, proteins, sauces, and components with an emphasis on speed and accuracy in a lively fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean kitchen.

We value experienced cooks who thrive in a fast-paced setting, bring excellent knife skills, and communicate well with the kitchen crew. A team-focused, safety-conscious attitude is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experienced cook with prep kitchen experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent knife skills and fast, quality-focused work ethic.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities in a kitchen crew.

Responsibilities

• Lead all heavy prep for the day to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain consistency and adhere to recipes and quality standards.
• Work with fresh ingredients to prepare veggies, proteins, sauces, and components.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to keep operations efficient.
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols and keep prep area organized.

Skills

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Flexible Schedule: Enjoy working 32 weeks during the school term with 20 weeks off when school is closed, or choose to work with our corporate training team and assist with new store openings over the summer!

Competitive Pay: Hourly rate with monthly bonus potential.

Dynamic Environment: Thrive in a lively, student-focused atmosphere at our authentic fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant.

Career Growth: Opportunity for growth in a supportive and engaging work environment.

Your Role:

Prep Leader: Lead all heavy prep for the day, ensuring everything is ready for a smooth and efficient service.

Maintain Excellence: Ensure consistency and adherence to recipes and quality standards while preparing ingredients.

Ingredient Mastery: Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients to prepare veggies, proteins, sauces, and other components needed for dishes.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure everything runs seamlessly and efficiently.

Hygiene Standards: Follow food safety and hygiene protocols diligently, maintaining a clean and organized prep area.

What We’re Looking For:

Experienced Cook: Proven experience as a prep cook or in a similar kitchen role in a fast-paced environment.

Skillful and Efficient: Excellent knife skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work quickly without compromising quality.

Team Player: Strong communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with the kitchen crew.

Passion for Cuisine: Enthusiasm for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, with an eagerness to contribute to creating delicious dishes.

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