Prep Cook/Dishwasher

Midtown Chicago; Weston (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team in a vibrant restaurant environment where you can showcase your culinary skills as a Prep Cook/Dishwasher. This role is perfect for those who are passionate about food preparation and enjoy working collaboratively in a fast-paced setting. You will play a crucial role in ensuring a clean and sanitary workspace while preparing delicious meals that delight our guests. With full-time benefits including health insurance and paid time off, this opportunity offers a chance to grow within a supportive team that values kindness, optimism, and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Maternity Leave

Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Passionate about preparing delicious meals for others.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash, chop, and handle ingredients for meal preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen areas.
• Assist with catering events and food service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Sanitary Guidelines Compliance

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Serv-Safe Certification

Job description

Midtown is looking for a talented Prep Cook/Dishwasher to enhance our stellar restaurant experience.

What You’ll Do

Our Prep Cook/Dishwashers are the heroes behind the scenes, assisting with the heart of our restaurants. They are motivated and passionate about helping others eat delicious and clean, convenient food. As an integral part of our F&B team, you’ll be preparing and artfully plating delicious meal options, while maintaining a safe & sanitary workspace.

Why You’ll Love It

• You’ll be joining a team that takes “collaboration” to another level. We work together to support all aspects of the food & beverage experience and we don’t hesitate to step outside our comfort zones to help one another be successful. This is a unique learning opportunity to become familiar with multiple areas of the business, including fitness, racquet sports, and spa. We offer full-time benefits such as health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO/Sick time, and Maternity & Paternity leave.

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Wash, chop, store, and handle ingredients
• Prepare raw ingredients for use in recipes
• Quickly and efficiently prepare sauces and garnishes, assisting our cook with basic recipes following established standards
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas to promote a safe and enjoyable member experience
• Assist with periodic catering events
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the dish room and kitchen
• Operate all ware-washing machinery
• Ensure all food service and preparation ware is clean and sanitized
• Scrap and spray all food service ware before entering the ware-washing machine
• Rack all china and glassware properly to avoid breakage
• Store all food service ware properly in designated areas
• Keep ware-washing area clean and safe; clean work area, drains, and machinery at end of shift
• Perform special cleaning projects in kitchen areas as assigned
• Display good communication skills when interacting with associates and guests

You’d Be a Great Fit If You…

• Are passionate about preparing and cooking delicious meals for others
• Can pass a background check screening
• Have excellent professional references
• Have a passion for helping others
• Display kindness
• Bring optimism to work each day
• Show pride in your work every day
• Are willing to listen to constructive feedback and apply it
• Understand the importance of complying with Department of Health-sanitary guidelines
• Can work gracefully and quickly under pressure
• Have great personalities that connect with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and enjoy serving others
• Work well in a collaborative team environment
• Are highly organized and efficient
• Have excellent communication skills

Bonus Points If You Have:

• At least one year of food preparation and cooking experience
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Current Serv-Safe certification (food handler & allergen)
• An insatiable desire to deliver consistently prepared food & beverages as a language of hospitality

The Other Stuff

Our prep cook team is punctual and committed to delivering our best work. We anticipate problems and take preventative measures. Occasionally, we host member events involving the food & beverage department.

We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every requirement; transferable skills and education will also be considered.

This job description outlines the general requirements for the position. Other duties may be assigned to ensure proper department operations.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.