Restaurant Prep Cook

Harding's Family Restaurant; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known establishment is seeking a food prep cook to work alongside the head chef/ cook. This role involves preparing food ingredients, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and assisting with recipes. Ideal for those wanting to gain more cooking experience, although some prior experience in food preparation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must stand for long periods and lift 35-50 pounds.
• Some food prep experience preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prep and measure ingredients for recipes.
• Clean and sanitize food stations and tools.
• Assist with simple recipe preparation.

Skills

Food safety

Cooking

Time management

Tools

Sharp knives

Measuring tools

Job description

We’re searching for a food prep cook who will work with our head cook/chef to prep a variety of foods and stock food stations with ingredients and condiments. You’ll be responsible for keeping all food stations and equipment neat, clean, and sanitized. You must read recipe directions in English and operate kitchen equipment, including sharp knives and measuring tools. Expect some lifting, bending, and standing on your feet during your shift, as well as the ability to take on other duties as needed. If you want to gain more cooking experience, this job may be for you! Some experience is preferred, but we will train the right person. Fill out an application today, and let’s meet! Responsibilities: • Wash, sort, prep, slice, and measure ingredients for recipes, using condiments, vegetables, and proteins, and mixing sauces for use in various meals • Follow instructions for recipes. Read meal charts and labels in English and use the measuring tools correctly • Clean food stations and prep areas and sanitize equipment and kitchen utensils after closing to maintain proper hygiene • Abide by food safety guidelines and implement COVID-19 safety measures in all food prep areas and stations where food is prepared and kitchen equipment is used • Assist other cooks in the kitchen as needed with preparing simple recipes such as soups, sauce reduction, and brewing coffee and tea Qualifications: • Should be able to stand on your feet for long periods of time and also bend, pull, and lift 35-50 pounds • Read and comprehend recipes, labels, and meal charts written in English • Have some experience prepping food and the ability to work under the head chef/cook with minor supervision • Available to work weekends and holidays, pitching in extra hours whenever needed • Must be comfortable handling sharp knives and other kitchen tools when prepping food Compensation: $11 hourly

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