Prep Cook / Dishwasher

Eureka Restaurant Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Amalfi Llama, a unique dining destination in Denver, seeks a Prep Cook to prepare Italian and steakhouse dishes. Ideal candidates will be passionate about providing guests with high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment. Join a dedicated team in creating memorable culinary experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Food Handler Safety Training Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, prioritize, and execute recipes.
• Maintain clean and organized prep areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Safety

Tools

Slicer

Gas Range

Meat Grinder

Job description

The Amalfi Llama reimagines the culinary landscape by seamlessly merging the allure of a rustic live-fire steakhouse with the flavors of Italian cuisine where genuine cooking, down-to-earth cuisine and stylish flair intertwine. The Amalfi Llama takes our guests on a journey from Southern Patagonia to the Mediterranean Coast of Italy.

The Amalfi Llama Ethos

We are passionate people serving individuals seeking to indulge in a multisensory experience that transcends boundaries and brings you to a place of intimate experience. Our aim is to attract and hire talented individuals seeking to share unique dining environments that will transport themselves and our guests to authentic discovery of food, passion and experiences

Purpose of the Position

Prepare, prioritize and execute recipes in accordance with established policies and procedures. This is a non-exempt position that reports directly to the Kitchen Manager and indirectly to others in management.

Essential Job Functions

• Interact with co-workers in a friendly, enthusiastic and professional manner (i.e., a warm smile and sincere greeting)
• Regular attendance and compliance with employee handbook and training manuals
• Understand and executes highlighted production sheets in order of priority
• Execute all recipes to the letter in a timely manner according to The Amalfi Llama standards
• Maintain and deliver all "backups" at proper temperature to appropriate area
• Operate kitchen equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Maintain clean and dry building
• Maintain sanitary prep areas
• Clean and organize walk-in, dry storage and freezer on a regular basis
• Label, date and rotate all prepped items in accordance with The Amalfi Llama Shelf Life specifications
• Organize daily deliveries in proper storage areas
• Assist Dish station and Line functions, when needed

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Food Handler Safety Training Card

Equipment Used

• Slicer
• Gas Range
• Salad Cutter / Spinner
• Combi-Oven
• Holly Matic
• Alto-Sham
• Steam Kettle
• Robot Coup
• Knives / Knife Sharpener
• Meat Grinder
• Filter Machine
• Wand Mixer
• Trash Compacter

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping, twisting, lifting products and supplies, and repetitive hand and wrist motion; working with and around hot, cold, and hazardous equipment in a fast paced and congested environment that will occasionally be loud, hot and / or physically demanding.

At-Will Statement & Job Description Disclaimer

This position is at-will. Prep cooks have the right to resign at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. Likewise, The Amalfi Llama has the right to terminate employment at any time, for any reason, with or without notice, with or without cause. This at-will employment relationship will remain in full force and effect notwithstanding any changes that may occur in position, title, pay or other terms or conditions of my employment with The Amalfi Llama. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nonessential functions of the job may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.