Prep Cook/Kitchen Assistant

Red Rooster Coffee Co.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Rooster Café is seeking a part-time Prep Cook/Kitchen Assistant to support and often lead the preparation of made-to-order breakfast and lunch items, including egg biscuits, soups, salads, and sandwiches. You will also manage storage, equipment, and kitchen cleanliness in a fast-paced environment, under the café manager's guidance.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and strict adherence to health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience in baking and basic cooking tasks.
• Ability to read and follow house recipes precisely.
• Excellent communication and teamwork under pressure.
• Able to stand for long periods and work at a fast pace.

Responsibilities

• Open kitchen early (as early as 6 am) and weekends.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and sanitation practices.
• Wash, prep, and store dishes and ingredients properly.
• Prepare breakfast and lunch items per recipes quickly.
• Assist with deliveries and stocking of ingredients.

Skills

Baking knowledge

Cook experience

Knife safety

Read recipes

Stamina

Team player

Communication

Work independently

Job description

Job Summary

Red Rooster Café is looking for an ambitious part time Prep Cook/Kitchen Assistant to assist and often lead in the preparation of delicious Made to Order (MTO) breakfast and lunch items such as egg biscuits/bagels/croissants, soups, salads and sandwiches, as well as the preparation and storage of condiments, sauces and spreads. This candidate will also perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients, washing dishes, washing/peeling/chopping/cutting and cooking so that food can be prepared according to recipes in a safe and clean environment. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the café manager and will often be on their own.

We are seeking someone who is quick and who has excellent attention to detail. The ideal candidate must be able to follow instructions, as well as follow all health and safety rules in the kitchen, execute tasks in a well organized manner, care about the quality and appearance of their work, be able to move quickly and handle high volume in a fast-paced and busy environment and exercise clear communication with their managers and co-workers. Once skills and knowledge of the menu and company have reached a certain level, this candidate will lead breakfast and lunch services, often on their own.

Prep Cook/Kitchen Assistant's Responsibilities

• Open kitchen some mornings (as early as 6 am), Saturdays are required
• Ensure the food preparation areas are clean and hygienic by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out compost/trash/recycling
• Washing utensils and dishes and making sure they are stored appropriately
• Sorting, storing, labeling ingredients
• Washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and cooking fruits and vegetables
• Follow proper health and safety guidelines of opening and closing the kitchen including but not limited to cleaning the food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas
• Follow the food prep list with attention to detail
• Receive deliveries from local farmers, food vendors, grocery stores and then label and stock all ingredients on shelves and in proper refrigeration units
• Cooking and baking duties such as making biscuits, boiling pasta/rice/grains, making gravies, egg preparation
• Prepare simple dishes on our breakfast and lunch menu quickly
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
• Be able to lift 30 pounds

Skills

• Some baking knowledge
• Some experience as a cook
• Experience and knowledge on how to operate and clean knives and other kitchen equipment
• Read and follow our house recipes
• Ability to stand on your feet for several hours
• Clean and Organized
• Works well with others
• Works well alone
• Excellent communication
• Patient and stays positive under pressure
• Follow our strict health and safety protocols
• Good time management/must meet strict deadlines
• Creative

Certifications

Ideal candidates will have and/or be willing to get a ServSafe Food Manager certification.

Red Rooster values its employees and offers on the job learning and opportunities for advancement. This is a mid-level position with room to grow.