Prep Cook Florence

Ford's Garage Florence; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local dining establishment in Florence, KY is seeking a Prep Cook to join their team. Responsibilities include cooking and preparing a variety of food products, following recipes, and ensuring the cleanliness of the work area. The ideal candidate must have a valid Food Safety certification and a service-minded attitude. This role offers a dynamic environment where attention to detail and teamwork are critical.

Qualifications

• Must possess valid Food Safety certification as required by law.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
• Good hearing for accurate communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of food products according to recipe.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of the prep area.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Basic restaurant hospitality

Service mindset

Food Safety certification

Basic computer usage skills

Job description

Overview

Reports to: General Manager/Department Manager

Job Summary:

Our mission is to provide an innovative and entertaining dining experience which will compel our guests to become raving fans and create brand loyalty. Join us as a guest, leave as a friend. Prep Cooks are responsible to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Adherance to attendance policy and procedural compliance.

• Must be alert to the Team member and Guest's needs.

• Punch in, sign in and report to the General Manager/Manager on time.

• Check with Kitchen Manager/Manager for all specials. Preparation of lunch/dinner menu items, amount of prep, quality of product and cleanliness of area.

• Stock food products/equipment needed for station, clean, set/prepared.

• Adhere to Recipe at all times.

• Checks with supervisor on duty for that shift's prep schedule.

• Always uses a recipe book for batch, process and portion prep. Read recipe before starting.

• Weigh and measure all ingredients.

• Be certain supervisor on duty tastes everything prepared.

• Always follow proper cooling procedures for all prep recipes that require cooking.

• Immediately refrigerate all items prepared.

• Always clean as you go.

• Always use clean food storage containers.

• Always date label and rotate product.

• Assumes responsibility for freshness and quality of items prepared.

• Follow sanitation and safety procedures.

• Checks with MOD regarding condition of prep done, storage of items and cleanliness of prep area.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager/Manager or Key employee.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic restaurant hospitality and fully engaged, service minded attitude

• Must possess valid Food Safety certification (or any other food/ alcohol cert), as state law requires

• Good hearing for safety and accurate communication (with or without accommodation)

• Must be able to read, write and speak in English

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work

• Basic computer usage skills

• Compliance with our dress and appearance policy including black slip resistant shoes

• Ability to pass general information and departmental tests (test score of 90% or higher)

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods walking or standing

Must be able to lift, carry, and place up to 50 pounds at a time

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not include any supervisory responsibilities.