Prep/Pantry cook

B&B OLD TOWN NORTH ANNEX; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining Discounts – 50% off your meal

Shoe Program

Competitive Pay

Flexible Scheduling

401(k)

Medical & Prescription

Dental & Vision

HSA

Wellness Program

Job summary

Bourbon & Bones Lounge – Square One Concepts is seeking a reliable Prep/Pantry cook to join the team. The role involves prepping and organizing ingredients and components for our dining dishes, working closely with the culinary team to maintain top quality and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have food safety knowledge, the ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment, and flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Food safety knowledge and proper handling procedures.
• Ability to prep ingredients according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain organized pantry and labeled ingredients.
• Monitor inventory to prevent shortages.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and keep a clean work area.
• Collaborate with culinary team on appetizers, sauces, and garnishes.
• Perform quality checks on ingredients and prepared items.
• Communicate inventory needs and menu changes with staff.
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Food prep

Ingredient org

Inventory mgmt

Sanitation

Teamwork

Quality control

Communication

Efficiency

Fast-paced

Flexible hours

Food Handlers Cert

Education

High school

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

Bourbon & Bones Lounge – Square One Concepts, is seeking a reliable and efficient Prep/Pantry cook to join the team. The ideal candidate will be responsible in prepping and organizing the ingredients and components necessary for our dining dishes. You will work closely with the culinary team to maintain the highest quality standards and uphold our commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences to our guests.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Food safety knowledge, including familiarity with food safety regulations and best practices, along with an understanding of proper food storage, handling, and hygiene procedures. Ability to follow sanitation protocols, including proper handwashing and appropriate glove use
• Food Preparation: Execute the preparation of high-quality ingredients according to established recipes and standards, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Ingredient Organization: Maintain the pantry area, ensuring that all ingredients are properly stored, labeled, and easily accessible for use.
• Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring inventory levels, notifying the appropriate personnel when supplies need to be replenished to avoid shortages.
• Food Safety and Sanitation: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper handling and storage of food, always ensuring a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborative Work: Support the culinary team in the preparation of appetizers, sauces, garnishes, and other components required for our fine dining menu.
• Quality Control: Assist in conducting regular quality checks to ensure that all ingredients and prepared items meet our high standards for taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with the kitchen staff and management regarding inventory needs, menu changes, and any concerns related to food preparation or pantry supplies.
• Efficiency Enhancement: Identify opportunities for streamlining processes and improving efficiency within the kitchen operations, contributing to the overall success of the restaurant.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have a valid Food Handlers Certification

Education and Experience:

• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.
• Prior related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.

Benefits & Perks:

• Accrual up to 40 hours of PTO
• Dining Discounts – 50% off your meal at any Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers and 25% off your meal at any Bourbon & Bones
• Corporate Shoe Program through Shoes for Crews and Skechers
• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• 401(k)

Full – Time employees are eligible for the following additional benefits:

• Medical & Prescription
• Dental & Vision
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Wellness Program
• Discount Pet Care Plan