Prep Cook

The Whiskey Joe's Team is growing We are looking for creative cooks with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences through food, to help open our new location in Pensacola Beach. The Whiskey Joe's brand has shared its unique waterfront dining experience at our various locations in Florida since 1985. Allowing our guest to keep their toes in the sand with a drink in their hand We are able to provide this unique experience with the help of our amazing team members that believe in our mission to deliver a 5-star experience to our team, guest, partners and community.

Not only do you get to share your passion and abilities with the company and our guest but, we offer a variety of opportunities and benefits to our team members as well.

• 24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Management Referral Program with a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company's values.
• Full time employees qualify for- Comprehensive Health Plans, Employer paid life Insurance, Supplemental Benefit Plans, 401k with annual employer match

Pay: $17-19 / hour

The Prep Cook will plan, prep, set-up, and provide quality service in all areas of food production for breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu items and specials in accordance with standards and plating guide specifications. Maintain organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

• Wash, peel, cut, chop, slice, and otherwise prepare vegetables and other cooking elements for meal preparation during a shift. 
• Responsible for storing items in the refrigerator, covering items left in the open air, and preparing special food elements ahead of time so that they can be quickly accessed and used in cooking.
• May be responsible for preparing a certain portion of a dish.
• Work with speed and efficiency to ensure proper and timely output of restaurant menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen area throughout shift.
• Complete assigned prep work for stocking and set up of station. Break down and clean station thoroughly every day.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products to par. Label, day dot, and sign all products. Obtain Chef/Manager signature on all products.
• Must be dressed and well groomed in Company approved uniform at all times.
• Observance of all SRC Polices and Procedures.
• Must wear approved manufacturer certified slip resistant or non-slip shoes at all times while working

• High school or 1 year similar experience preferred.
• Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to effectively engage others verbally
• Ability to listen and speak in basic English in order to maintain effective communications in the performance of essential job functions
• Ability to read and comprehend data sources, recipes and manuals, written work instructions, policies, procedures and other work materials in English in order to perform essential duties in accordance with safety, sanitation and operational standards and trainings
• Ability to read and follow safety instructions related to the utilization of cutting ware and other safety equipment
• Skill in the preparation of various recipes

• Must be able to walk and stand for hours at a time. Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent lifting, moving and carrying of kitchen ware, cleaning equipment, food boxes, garbage etc. weighing up to 70 pounds in the BOH.
• Regular and prolonged standing and walking to prepare food, clean work station, move garbage, etc.
• Occasional ascending/descending stairs across the restaurant to move food items, equipment, etc.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Frequent use of hand to finger motions, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We recognize that people are our finest asset.  It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.