Prep Cook (06729) - 1106 E 42nd St

Domino's; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Domino’s is seeking a Prep Cook in Odessa, TX to support line cooks with safe handling of ingredients in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prep according to Domino’s standards and help maintain sanitation and stock levels throughout the shift.

Responsibilities include receiving deliveries, dating and rotating stock, and assisting with temperature checks. No extensive prior experience required; training is provided. Must be able to stand long shifts and lift up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Texas Certified Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to stand or walk for 8-10 hour shifts and lift at least 30 pounds.
• Shows pride in work and willingness to follow food safety procedures.
• On-the-job training provided; prior restaurant experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all food safety guidelines are followed.
• Receive deliveries, check for damage, and inspect products.
• Date, rotate, and store products the same day of delivery.
• Pull data daily for prep needs for a 48-hour window.
• Prepare products according to Domino’s standards.
• Proof dough for 24 hours, date, and re-cool as needed.
• Maintain proper temperatures during prep.
• Check temperatures of refrigeration units.
• Date all products according to dating standards.
• Prep all cooking PRP’s (sandwich mats, papered pans).
• Maintain sanitation of prep area and exposed surfaces.
• Restock dipping cups and soda machines; manage boxes.
• Report safety hazards and maintenance needs.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Stamina

Detail oriented

Food safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Domino’s Prep Cooks are dedicated to food safety and proper handling of the products used to cook a customer’s perfect meal. Prep Cooks must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to adjust as the needs of the business shifts. Prep Cooks ensure that everything the line cooks need, when they need it, is ready to go, organized, dated, and rotated.

Prep Cook Responsibilities:

• Ensuring all food safety guidelines are followed.
• Receiving trucks deliveries checking in all products and examining them for any damage or missing goods.
• Dating, Rotating, and storing all products received on same day of delivery.
• Pulling data each day for prepping needs for a 48 hour period.
• Prepping all products according to Domino’s Standards.
• Proofing dough for a 24 hour period, dating and re-cooling.
• Maintaining proper temperature of products while prepping.
• Checking Temperatures of all refrigeration units
• Dating all products according to Domino’s dating standards.
• Prepping all cooking PRP’s. Includes Sandwich mats and Papered pans.
• Maintaining Sanitation of prep area and any where food may be exposed to.
• Restocking dipping cups, soda machine(s) and boxes.
• Reporting any safety hazards and maintenance needs.

Prep Cook Requirements:

• Minimal work experience. 1 year restaurant experience a plus
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Texas Certified Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to stand or walk for 8-10 hour shifts and lift at least 30 pounds.
• Shows pride in work
• Willingness to comply with all food safety procedures.
• Detail-Oriented

Education And Experience

A high school diploma or equivalent degree is a plus but not required. Candidates for this position do not need prior experience as relevant training is provided on the job in order to learn employer-specific functions such as how to operate the computer system and to learn information about each product. A positive attitude is a must.

Work Environment

A Domino’s Prep Cook preps a large volume of products every shift, which can be taxing. Standing for long periods of time is expected, which may contribute to back strain and foot problems. Because Prep cooks are handling food, frequent hand sanitization is another expectation. The environment is warm, bustling, and potentially noisy. The environment of a Domino’s restaurant is populated by triple stack conveyor belt ovens, multiple warming shelves and carts on wheels which can lead to injury.

Additional Information

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