Prep Cook

Rock 'N Rev; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock 'N Rev in the Town of Florida is seeking a Prep Cook. This role involves cooking and preparing a variety of food products according to specified recipes and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen.

The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of kitchen experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift heavy items. Applicants must be able to work efficiently in a busy environment and adhere to hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Ability to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel.
• Capability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare a variety of food products according to Daily Prep List.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work station area.
• Follow standard portion sizes and cooking methods consistently.
• Report equipment and food quality problems to Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Cooking methods

Food preparation

Communication

Hygiene practices

Job description

Summary Of Position

Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List.

Title

PREP COOK

Reports To

Kitchen Manager

Duties & Responsibilities

• Be on time.
• Always be in proper uniform and practice good hygiene.
• Complete opening and closing checklists.
• Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties.
• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Understands and complies consistently with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, walls, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat‑top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement.
• Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to Kitchen Manager.
• Inform Kitchen Manager immediately of product shortages.
• Uses the Standard Recipe Card for preparing all products. Do not rely on the memory of yourself or other employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager‑on‑duty.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with managers and kitchen personnel.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 75 pounds.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 10 hours).