Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Quality Standards

Paradies Lagardère; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradies Lagardère is seeking a Prep Cook to join our dining team. The role emphasizes high-quality food preparation, adherence to recipes, and keeping a clean, efficient kitchen in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates will have at least 1 year of cooking experience, ServeSafe certification, and the ability to work unsupervised. Strong English communication and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience, work experience in high volume or fast casual dining restaurant environment preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification or equivalent required by state.
• Able to work unsupervised for extensive periods, and to demonstrate good judgment when dealing with guest
• High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation following 100% recipe adherence, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving items.
• Follow production prep list and keep accurate records; requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
• Operate knives, slicers and kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Wash, slice, and peel items on prep list; store prepared food items safely and label dates.
• Follow brand standards including food safety, sanitation, and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment; restock kitchen supplies and food items as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

English communication

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServeSafe Certification or equivalent

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Paradies Lagardère is seeking a Prep Cook to join our dining team. The role emphasizes high-quality food preparation, adherence to recipes, and keeping a clean, efficient kitchen in a fast-paced environment.

Qualified candidates will have at least 1 year of cooking experience, ServeSafe certification, and the ability to work unsupervised. Strong English communication and customer service skills are essential.