Prep Cook - Jinya Ramen Bar

Doherty Enterprises; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Extensive training

Meal and discount perks

WOW a Friend Employee Assistance Fund

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Doherty Enterprises is seeking a committed Prep Cook to join the team at JINYA Ramen Bar in Totowa, New Jersey. This role emphasizes maintaining high culinary standards in food preparation, safety, and cleanliness. As a Prep Cook, you will prepare menu items based on recipes and ensure each dish meets quality benchmarks.

The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills, physical stamina for a fast-paced environment, and a minimum age of 18. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, extensive training, and various perks, including meal discounts.

Qualifications

• Qualified prep cooks should have strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina is required for standing long periods and lifting 25-50 pounds.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards in food preparation and cleanliness.
• Prepare menu items according to recipes and specifications.
• Complete prep work efficiently and set up the workstation.

Skills

Great communication skills

Ability to move quickly

Physical stamina

Job description

Position & Perks

Join the dynamic team at JINYA Ramen Bar, where passion for ramen is matched only by our commitment to excellence.

At our company, the health and well-being of our associates is of utmost importance.

You can look forward to competitive pay, flexible hours, extensive training, meal and discount perks,WOW a Friend Employee Assistance Fund,plus real advancement opportunities!

Responsibilities

The position entails a strong commitment to maintaining high standards in food preparation, safety protocols, and cleanliness.

Key responsibilities include preparing menu items as per the given recipes, plate presentations, and specifications, ensuring each dish meets quality standards.

The role also involves completing all assigned prep work efficiently and setting up the workstation.

Sanitary and safe food handling practices must always be followed.

Clean and sanitize work area before, during, and after each shift. Additionally, completing daily and weekly cleaning projects to maintain a hygienic and organized kitchen environment.

Verification of stock and setup of equipment are also critical tasks to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Qualifications

Qualified prep cooks are essential team members in any kitchen, and they must possess a diverse set of skills to excel in their roles.

Great communication skills are crucial, as they need to effectively coordinate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate preparation of dishes. Additionally, prep cooks must be highly mobile and able to move quickly and efficiently throughout their entire shift.

Physical stamina is also important, as the job often requires standing for long periods and the ability to lift between 25-50 pounds. These physical and interpersonal capabilities are key to maintaining the fast-paced environment of a busy kitchen and contributing to a seamless dining experience for guests.

Minimum age requirement of 18 years.