Prep Cook

1 month ago

Smithfield, United States Smithfield Station Full time
Job Summary

Cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List.

Activities & Responsibilities

Primary
  • Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Smithfield Station: It is the mission of Smithfield Station and its associates to provide absolutely the most enjoyable eating and sleeping experience possible to our patrons through outstanding service, superb product and great personalities in a unique, comfortable setting...every day...RIGHT NOW
  • Refer to Daily Prep List at the start of each shift for assigned duties. Fill out Prep List according to pan levels. Prep 86'ed items first.
  • Understand and comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Clean and sanitize work station area including tables, shelves, walls, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, saut burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
  • Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
  • Prepare a variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, or desserts, according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
  • Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas, such as refrigerators and freezers.
  • Wash, peel, and cut various foods, such as fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Portion according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications and wrap the food, label, store, and rotate.
  • Weigh or measure ingredients.
  • Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers.
  • Sweep and mop floors as needed.
  • Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed, and provide cooks with needed items.
  • Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
  • Use manual or electric appliances to clean, peel, slice, and trim foods.
  • Promptly inform supervisors when equipment is not working properly and when food and supplies are getting low.
  • Uses the Standard Recipes for preparing all products; does not rely on the memory of oneself or others.
  • Complete opening and closing checklists and assists others in opening and closing the kitchen.
  • Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement.
  • Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests' needs and support the operation of the restaurant.
  • Fill-in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations.
Supplemental
  • Keep records of the quantities of food used.
  • Cut, slice, or grind meat, poultry, and seafood to prepare for cooking.
  • Stock refrigerators, and tend buffets.
Tools & Technology
  • Commercial use:
  • blenders, choppers, cubers, dicers, grinders, processors, and/or slicers
  • broilers, deep fryers, griddles, grills, microwave ovens, ovens, pizza ovens, ranges, rotisseries, steamers, and/or toasters
  • cutlery
  • food warmers
  • measuring cups
  • mixers
  • scales
Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Able to work shifts on weekends and holidays
  • One or more years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
  • At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
  • Able to communicate effectively with managers and co-workers
  • Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)

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