Prep Cook - 1983

Three Oaks Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated prep cooks to join its dynamic kitchen team. In this role, you will assist chefs by preparing ingredients and maintaining kitchen stations, ensuring that every dish meets high standards of quality and presentation. Your attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under pressure will contribute significantly to customer satisfaction. With a focus on teamwork and excellence, this position offers a great opportunity for culinary enthusiasts to grow in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about food and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Qualifications

• Valid Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Previous experience as a line chef or prep cook preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for service and cook menu items.
• Ensure food quality and timely service.

Skills

Cooking Methods

Ingredient Knowledge

Equipment Handling

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary School Diploma

Job description

Three Oaks Hospitality is looking for professional prep cooks to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Prep cook duties will consist of assisting the executive and sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions.
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Excellent communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Culinary school diploma preferred.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate.
• Previous experience as a line chef, restaurant cook, or prep cook preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending, squatting and lifting up to 20 lbs. for short distances.
• Ability to work with varying noise levels

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Training