San Jose Prep-Eng

Baekjeong Korean BBQ; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Baekjeong in San Jose, CA is seeking a Food Prep team member to perform routine kitchen tasks and support cooks. The role requires following health and safety rules and working quickly as part of a team in a busy kitchen.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in a high-paced kitchen and knowledge of ingredient storage, knife care, and food safety. Must be able to stand and lift up to 50 pounds in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or higher education preferred.
• 1+ year of experience in a high-paced kitchen environment preferred.
• Knowledge in storing ingredients preferred.
• Must know how to clean, sharpen, maintain kitchen knives.
• Knowledge of food ingredients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, and sweeping/mopping floors.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with prep list and sanitation guidelines.
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, etc.
• Prepare and measure ingredients and seasonings for cooking and for Pantry/Line Cooks.
• Set up sanitizer buckets and station.
• Temperature checks of all walk-in coolers.
• Disinfect prep area surfaces.
• Wash knives and cutting boards and keep stations clean.
• Check food plating, temperature, and portions for all dishes.
• Sterilize kitchen equipment at end of shift.
• Monitor stock and place orders, as needed.
• Restock all necessary items.

Skills

Knife maintenance

Food prep knowledge

Sanitation knowledge

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School/GED or higher

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: San Jose Baekjeong - Santa Clara, CA 95050, Salary Range: $18.70 - $18.70 Hourly, Job Category: Restaurant - Food Service, The Food Prep position performs routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients, so that food can be prepared according to recipes. A great prep cook will be quick and diligent and willing to improve on the job. You will be deft and able to follow instructions as well as all health and safety rules in the kitchen. The ideal candidate will also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, and sweeping/mopping floors etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Comply with prep list and sanitation guidelines
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, etc.
• Prepare and measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking, as well as prep for Pantry and Line Cooks
• Set up sanitizer buckets, with towels for station
• Temperature checks of all walk-in coolers
• Disinfect prep area surfaces
• Wash knives and cutting boards, and keep stations clean
• Check food plating, temperature, and portions for all dishes
• Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift
• Monitor stock and place orders, as needed
• Restock all necessary items

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School/GED or higher education preferred
• 1+ year(s) of experience in high-paced kitchen environment preferred
• Knowledge in storing ingredients preferred
• Must know how to clean, sharpen, maintain kitchen knives
• Knowledge of food ingredients preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; and stoop or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Proper lifting, pushing and pulling techniques are required.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• All employees are offered medical, dental, vision, supplemental life, disability, hospital, and accident insurance.
• Employees are able to enroll in the company 401k plan after 90 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave accrues at the rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked with a carryover cap of 48 hours.

WAGE OVERVIEW

• $18.70 + Tips

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