Prep Cook

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

Preparing and plating of all salads and desserts for dinner service and parties to ensure world-class customer experience.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Rotate, label, and date all food items.
2. Stock working area with necessary items.
3. Weigh and measure designated ingredients.
4. Stock all refrigerators, freezers, and prep areas.
5. Report any malfunction of equipment to Chef.
6. Report any shortage of food or food related items to Chef.
7. Assist with the preparation of party menus and buffet items.
8. Inventory all items at end of shift.
9. Fill in appropriate par levels on inventory sheet.
10. Keep work area clean and sanitary.
11. Assist Chef as instructed to effectively create proper atmosphere in kitchen and provide consistent quality to customers.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

High School or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Proficient knife skills, experienced at reading and preparing recipes, 1-3 years as cook in busy restaurant and ability to guide others in the preparation of food and service to customers.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Familiarity with computers is beneficial.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Knives, small kitchen appliances, heat-activated equipment, Meat Slicer and R 2 Robot Coupe.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Fast-paced, hectic kitchen with extreme temperatures; long hours and tense conditions caused by volume of business (often sporadic); must be able to follow set procedures as well as make last minute changes to accommodate kitchen needs. Will work around frying equipment and other items that will need extreme caution.

COMMUNICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Active listening skills and ability to articulate information both verbally and in writing. Ability to get along well with others.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Normal speech, hearing, and vision, lifting of 50 pounds, more with assistance.

SAFETY:

Follow all FGCC safety programs, safety guidelines, policies and procedures. Wear, use and enforce all FGCC personal protection equipment (PPE) as needed on specific jobs and tasks.

Be aware of chemical safety and be familiar with all pertinent Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) of chemicals which are used in the workplace.

Follow all FGCC safety rules including all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to work at FGCC.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to work on several tasks simultaneously; maintain composure when dealing with stressful situations.