Prep cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen

Stamford (CT)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 28,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

1 Meal per shift

25% discount on Food & Beverage at all

Job summary

The Prep Cook at Torsap Thai Kitchen prepares ingredients and assists in daily kitchen operations to ensure recipes are followed and meals are served promptly.

This role requires teamwork, strong safety awareness, physical stamina, and a positive, proactive attitude; weekend/holiday availability preferred.

Qualifications

Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
Manual dexterity for cutting tools and utensils.
Good physical condition and endurance.
Enjoy working in a team and take responsibility for the whole restaurant.
Positive attitude with problem-solving focus and openness to feedback.
Adapt to system changes and new processes.

Responsibilities

Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan tasks.
Label and store all ingredients on shelves for easy access.
Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking.
Prepare ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
Perform basic cooking tasks like reducing sauces and blanching foods.
Prepare simple dishes such as salads and appetizers.
Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
Ensure all foods and items are stored properly.
Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
Perform other kitchen tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Proactivity

Math skills

Oral and written expression

Effective communication

Tolerance and initiative

High organizational sense

Visual and auditory acuity

Sense of urgency

Job description

Prep Cook

The Prep Cook performs routine kitchen tasks, such as setting up workstations and ingredients, so that food can be prepared according to recipes. Being quick and diligent and having a willingness to improve on the job are essential. Skill in following instructions and adhering to all kitchen health and safety rules is crucial. Operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment is a fundamental part of the role.

Responsibilities

Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan tasks.
Label and store all ingredients on shelves for easy organization and access.
Measure ingredients and seasonings that will be used in cooking.
Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
Perform basic cooking tasks, such as reducing sauces, blanching foods, etc.
Prepare simple dishes like salads, appetizers, etc.
Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out the trash, etc.
Ensure all foods and other items are stored properly.
Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
Perform other kitchen tasks as assigned.

Expectations

Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
Good physical condition and endurance.
Enjoy working in a team, effective communication, and understanding that the entire restaurant is your responsibility, not just your designated area.
Have a positive attitude focused on problem-solving of all kinds, be open to change, and willing to receive feedback – this is essential in our company.
Adapt your work style to our system and be open to changes and new processes.

We love sharing who we are on social media, so we would greatly appreciate your participation by liking all our platforms and sharing posts to help accelerate their reach.

We strongly believe in the process of continuous improvement, which is why all team members are evaluated monthly to identify areas for growth and to keep progressing.

We would be delighted if our shared ideology of the experience and service we provide in Puerto Vallarta resonated with you, and that you become a part of our team.

VALUES

Friendliness
Punctuality
Responsibility
Ethics
Discretion
Reliability
Honesty
Respect

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Leadership
Creativity
Proactivity
Mathematical skills
Oral and written expression
Effective communication
(Internal: Colleagues, assistants, managers, and kitchen. External: Customers)
Tolerance and initiative
High organizational sense
Visual and auditory acuity
Sense of urgency

MENTAL CAPACITY

Working under pressure
Concentration – most errors occur when the restaurant is quiet.
Judgment and control
Using your judgment for decision-making. (Common sense prevails over all rules.)

PHYSICAL CAPACITY

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Able to hold and maneuver trays with food and beverages.

KNOWLEDGE

Food and Beverage Sanitation and Hygiene

RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment, Tools, and General Facilities
Merchandise and Finished Products

SCHEDULE

Availability to work weekends and holidays.

BENEFITS

1 Meal per shift (Not applicable for to-go orders)
25% discount on Food and Beverage at all our Puerto Vallarta restaurants.

EXPERIENCE

Demonstrable Experience in Cooking, Including Line Cook, Restaurant Cook, or Kitchen Assistant Experience.

UNIFORM

Dress pants or slacks
T-shirt or chef's coat
Closed, non-slip shoes
Hairnet
Chef's hat or cap

Preparador

Descripción del puesto

El Preparador realiza tareas rutinarias de cocina, como configurar estaciones de trabajo e ingredientes, para que la comida se pueda preparar de acuerdo con las recetas.

Ser rápido y diligente y estar dispuesto a mejorar en el trabajo. Ser hábil y poder seguir las instrucciones, así como todas las reglas de salud y seguridad en la cocina. Funcionar en un entorno dinámico y ajetreado es parte elemental del trabajo.

Es necesario que:

Siga la lista de preparación creada por los chefs para planificar las tareas.
Etiquete y almacene todos los ingredientes en los estantes para que se puedan organizar y acceder fácilmente
Mida los ingredientes y condimentos que se utilizarán en la cocina.
Prepare los ingredientes para cocinar lavando y picando verduras, cortando carne, etc.
Realice tareas básicas de cocina, como reducir las salsas, sancochar los alimentos, etc.
Prepare platos sencillos como ensaladas, entrantes, etc.
Mantenga una cocina limpia y ordenada lavando platos, desinfectando superficies, sacando basura, etc.
Asegúrese de que todos los alimentos y otros artículos se almacenen correctamente
Cumplir con las pautas de nutrición y saneamiento.
Realizar otras tareas de cocina según lo asignado

Que esperamos de usted

Conocimiento de las reglas de salud y seguridad en una cocina.
Destreza manual capaz de operar herramientas de corte y utensilios de cocina.
Muy buena condición física y resistencia.
Que disfrute, del trabajo en equipo, la comunicación efectiva y entienda que todo el restaurante es su responsabilidad, no solo su área.
Tener una actitud positiva con enfoque en resolución de problemas de todo tipo, estar abierto al cambio y con disposición para recibir retroalimentación, es indispensable en nuestra empresa.
Adaptar su estilo de trabajo a nuestro sistema y que tenga apertura a los cambios y nuevos procesos.

Nos encanta transmitir quienes somos en redes sociales por lo cual nos encantaría que formaras parte y nos ayudes con un like a todas nuestras plataformas y compartas los post que necesitemos acelerar su difusión.

Creemos firmemente en el proceso de mejora continua, por lo cual todos los colaboradores son evaluados mes con mes para detectar sus áreas de oportunidad y poder seguir avanzando. .

Nos encantaría que coincidiéramos en la ideología de la experiencia y servicio que otorgamos en Puerto Vallarta y formas parte de nuestro equipo.

VALORES

Amable
Puntual
Responsable
Con alto sentido de ética
Discreto & Confiable
Honesto
Atento
Respetuoso

HABILIDADES Y DESTREZAS

Liderazgo
Creatividad
Proactividad
Habilidad matemática
Expresión oral y escrita
Comunicación efectiva.
(Interna: Compañeros, ayudantes, gerente y cocina. Externa: Clientes)
Tolerancia e iniciativa
Alto sentido de organización
Agudeza visual y auditiva
Sentido de urgencia.

CAPACIDAD MENTAL

Trabajar bajo presión
Concentración. La mayor cantidad de errores pasan cuando esta solo el restaurante.
Juicio y control
Criterio propio para la toma de decisiones. (El sentido común reina sobre toda regla.)

CAPACIDAD FISICA