PREP COOK (FULL TIME)

Restaurant Associates; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free family meal

Retirement Plan

Shopping Program

Health & Wellness

Discount Marketplace

Identity Protection

Pet Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a full-time prep cook at Bruce's Gourmet Catering in Panorama City, CA. The role requires two years of cooking experience and involves preparing items per recipes, following HACCP guidelines, and maintaining daily production sheets.

You will obtain the production schedule from the Chef, operate and clean kitchen equipment, store and label food items, and assist with serving and order fulfilment.

Qualifications

• Two years of cooking experience required.
• Prepares items on production sheets following recipes.
• Follows HACCP guidelines.
• Completes required documentation and logs.

Responsibilities

• Obtains daily production schedule from the Chef.
• Prepares items on production sheets according to recipes.
• Operates and cleans kitchen equipment after use.
• Stores, labels and dates all food items per policy.
• Resolves customer concerns and serves customers efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking experience

Job description

• We have an opening for full time PREP COOK positions.
• Location: Bruce's Gourmet Catering - 13630 Saticoy Street, Panorama City, CA 91402. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time; Monday through Friday, hours may vary. More details upon interview.
• Requirement: Two years of cooking experience is required.
• Perks: Free family meal!
• Pay Range: $20.00 per hour to $23.00 per hour.

Restaurant Associates

Job Summary

Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef.
• Prepares items on production sheets following established quantities and recipes.
• Completes and follows daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
• Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
• Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy. Follows HACCP guidelines.
• Completes all required documentation, reports, logs as required.
• Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
• Takes orders from customer and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
• Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
• Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations.
• Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
• Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
• Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy.
• Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
• Resolves customer concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Associates At Restaurant Associates Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:

• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.