Prep Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro

Casadonna; Miami Beach, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Papi Steak in Miami, part of Groot Hospitality, seeks dedicated prep cooks to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will set up and sanitize stations, follow chef prep lists, measure ingredients, and prepare components for dishes, supporting cooks and chefs to deliver quality meals.

This role requires weekend and holiday availability, the ability to stand for extended periods, and strong communication, organization, and time-management skills in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Proven prep cook experience.
• A food handler's card.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• The ability to stand for extended periods.
• The ability to work a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists created by chefs.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
• Preparing simple dishes, such as entrees or salads.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
• Distributing plates to wait staff to be served, cleaning plates for dish washing, and preparing take away packages for customers.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Accepting or rejecting ingredients from suppliers.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Preparing drinks and cocktails according to the chef's specifications.

Skills

Food safety

Leadership

Communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food handler's card

Job description

Papi Steak in Miami, part of Groot Hospitality, seeks dedicated prep cooks to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will set up and sanitize stations, follow chef prep lists, measure ingredients, and prepare components for dishes, supporting cooks and chefs to deliver quality meals.

This role requires weekend and holiday availability, the ability to stand for extended periods, and strong communication, organization, and time-management skills in a high-volume environment.