Prep Cook Stones Throw

Stone's Throw; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking hospitality company as a prep cook, where your culinary skills will shine! In this exciting role, you'll prepare food to the chef's exact specifications and collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure exceptional service. Your contributions will play a vital part in our commitment to customer satisfaction. If you have a passion for cooking, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your culinary career in a supportive and innovative setting!

Benefits

Employee Discount

Referral Program

Flexible Schedule

Paid Training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary school diploma preferred.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate and previous cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for service and set up cooking stations.
• Ensure food quality and compliance with sanitation regulations.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers.

Skills

Cooking methods

Food preparation

Communication skills

Sanitation regulations

Industry best practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary school diploma

Valid Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Three Oaks Hospitality is looking for professional prep cooks to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Prep cook duties will consist of assisting the executive and sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies.
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions.
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food.
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Excellent communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Culinary school diploma preferred.
• Valid Food Handlers Certificate.
• Previous experience as a line chef, restaurant cook, or prep cook preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending, squatting and lifting up to 20 lbs. for short distances.
• Ability to work with varying noise levels

Benefits:

• Employee Discount
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedule
• Paid Training