Prep Cook Eddie & Vinny's

Eddie & Vinny's Coastal Italian; Florida; On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Job summary

Eddie & Vinny's Coastal Italian is seeking a Prep Cook to support a fine-dining kitchen in Florida. The role involves preparing or directing food prep using established production procedures and systems, ensuring quality, safety, and timely service.

You will work to maintain stock levels and proper substitutions while adhering to sanitation guidelines and standard recipes. The position requires ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and follow written and oral instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Moderate reading and writing skills.
• Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills.
• The physical ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop and lift up to 50 lbs; dexterity; good vision and hearing.
• The ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Prior experience in related food service positions required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required; ensures availability and proper substitutions.
• Maintains sanitation, hygiene and safety standards during food handling.
• Stores food properly with dates and labeling.
• Reports equipment repair and maintenance as needed.
• Prepares food following standard recipes and dietary orders; portioning for serving.
• Coordinates with meal serving hours to preserve quality and appearance.
• Keeps daily production records and maintains a clean work area.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reading & writing

Following instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks

Company Overview

Eddie & Vinny's is a vibrant fine-dining Italian restaurant and bar that blends timeless flavors with modern elegance. Operated by P Hospitality Management, a dynamic and growing hospitality collective in South Florida, we celebrate family, tradition, and unforgettable experiences. Our menu features elevated coastal Italian cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list designed to delight every palate

Job Summary

As the Prep Cook, you ensure our guests' experience is complete by preparing or directing preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems. Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation. Serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room.
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Stores food properly and safely by marking dates and items.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance.
• Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders. Apportion food for serving.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
• Maintain daily production records.
• Keep work area neat and clean at all times; clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation.
• Complete food temperature checks before service.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Moderate reading and writing skills
• Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
• The physical ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills
• The ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Prior experience in related food service positions required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The work that Prep Cooks do is both physically and mentally demanding. They support the Mission, Values and Vision of the restaurant and the facility. They support, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. They must maintain the confidentiality of all data, including employee and operations data. They are responsible for Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Cooks must remain Compliant with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• While performing their duties they must supports and participate in common teamwork including working together with all co-workers; planning and completing job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment. They use tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
• They must complete requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned. The incumbent must maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines used in the performance of this job including but not limited to: Kitchen equipment, i.e., oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer, and chef's knives.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive salaries
• Paid time off
• Benefits
• Energetic, focused and collaborative work environment

Only local candidates will be contacted; there is no relocation for this position. Immediate Opening.

We Encourage a Diverse Workforce: Eddie & Vinny's and P Hospitality Management believes that a diversified group of associates contributes to a culture of values, team spirit and company growth. We feel this helps us to adapt to and embrace the diverse cultures and beliefs of our customers and the communities in which we live, work and do business in. If you're looking for a company that respects your unique merits, professionalism, and skills, we'd like to talk to you.

We thank all that apply, but only those candidates who meet the position requirements will be contacted. Eddie & Vinny's and P Hospitality Management conducts all employment-related activities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local employment discrimination laws. We are a Drug Free workplace.