Prep Cook

Job Details

Level
Experienced

Job Location
Malibu - Malibu, CA

Position Type
Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level
None

Salary Range
$18.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage
None

Job Shift
Any

Job Category
Grocery

Description

Job Purpose Summary - ** KITCHEN AND SALAD PRODUCTION **

Prepare and keep all food products fresh and at proper temperature, according Vintage Grocers standards. Maintain cleanliness in support of a productive and profitable store, including product quality and presentation, portion control, speed and efficiency, and cleanliness. The Cook is supportive of the Management team and leads the Back-of-House Team by example and with integrity.

Our Core Values

• Meaningful Commitment
• Exceptional Service
• Empowered Team Members
• Strong Character

Essential Job Duties

• Responsible for product quality and presentation. Properly prepares and holds products. Ensures products are dated, stored and rotated as needed.
• Manages portion control. Restocks designated cook area. Counts and/or weighs delivered items. Works within established inventory and cost controls. Follows recipe and product item builds.
• Works with speed and efficiency. Reads tickets and/or listens for direction to determine proper amount of food to prepare. Meets or exceeds Vintage Grocers service time standards.
• Keeps the store clean and maintains deli facilities as needed and/or directed by Management. Maintains personal hygiene as prescribed by law and Vintage Grocers Dress Code standards.
• Follows all Company safety and security policies and procedures. Maintains proper temperature of food product. Complies with health code regulations, including but not limited to hairnet and glove usage.
• Communicates effectively with the Team to ensure good operations in the deli.
• Uses and completes training packets with all new Deli Team Members. Leads new product roll-out training with all Deli Team Members.

Non-Essential Job Duties

May perform similar and incidental duties as required by Management.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

Education: High school degree or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Experience: Restaurant experience required. Previous Kitchen Manager experience preferred.

Knowledge: Knowledge of all aspects in the restaurant industry. Ability to quickly make and execute decisions regarding food quality, quantity needed, and when to clean.
Language Skills: Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Math Skills: Ability to perform money-related mathematical calculations.

Other: Individual must have reliable transportation to arrive at work on time.
Other Abilities: Ability to maintain a high level of patience with others. Requires working closely with co-workers for long periods of time.

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