Prep Cook

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Weldon Spring (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Weldon Spring, Missouri, is looking for a dedicated kitchen staff member. This role involves food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have strong time management skills and knowledge of kitchen safety.

Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, basic cooking, and supporting kitchen operations. Ideal applicants should be able to lift over 50 lbs and work efficiently as part of the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage time and execute tasks for daily prep.
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and health guidelines.
• Proficient in using standard kitchen equipment and knife skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to recipe guidelines for quality food.
• Perform basic cooking and sauce making.
• Organize and maintain kitchen cleanliness and order.
• Label, store, and rotate food products to prevent waste.
• Assist in other kitchen duties as required.

Skills

Time management

Kitchen safety

Standard kitchen equipment usage

Knife skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Preparation (chop/dice/peel) and assembly (measure/portion/build) of ingredients accurately according to recipe guidelines for consistent, quality food every time
• Basic cooking for prepping par-cooked items or sauce making
• Setup and organization of the kitchen: opening the kitchen, putting away orders, sanitizing/cleaning prep areas for use by other kitchen staff
• Ensure proper food labeling, storage, and rotation to keep products fresh and prevent excess waste
• Perform other kitchen duties as needed, such as washing dishes or supporting other kitchen staff

Skills

• Time management and task execution are key to completing daily prep list requirements created by the Kitchen Manager and ensuring the line has proper stock for daily service
• Kitchen safety knowledge to maintain sanitary and safe food preparation, storage, and service according to health guidelines and requirements
• Knowledgeable in standard kitchen equipment usage and proper knife skills/safety
• Ability to stand, move, and lift 50+ lbs