Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Food Safety & Teamwork

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. is seeking a production-focused kitchen team member to produce and maintain the quality of menu items for your station in line with our recipes and standards. You will ensure safety, sanitation and timely execution on every shift.

Responsibilities include keeping to schedules, adhering to recipes, portioning accurately, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting stock and prep tasks. A team-centered approach, initiative, and commitment to safe food handling are essential.

Qualifications

• Able to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload.
• Works well with others and communicates effectively.
• Detail-oriented with initiative and reliability.
• Prioritize safety and maintain a professional image.
• Maintain a positive attitude and support the team.
• Willing to work nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a 'like new' condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
• Safe food handling
• Receiving, rotating and stocking food
• Prep support as needed

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safe food handling

Positive attitude

Flexible schedule

Professional image

Job description

BBQ Holdings, Inc. is seeking a production-focused kitchen team member to produce and maintain the quality of menu items for your station in line with our recipes and standards. You will ensure safety, sanitation and timely execution on every shift.

Responsibilities include keeping to schedules, adhering to recipes, portioning accurately, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting stock and prep tasks. A team-centered approach, initiative, and commitment to safe food handling are essential.