Prep Cook

PREP COOK - Full-Time and/or Part-Time

SALARY - $16 - 18 / hour

BENEFITS

• Employee Discount
• 401k (Full Time)
• PTO (Full Time)
• Medical Insurance (Full Time)
• Dental Insurance (Full Time)
• Life Insurance (Full Time)
• Visions Insurance (Full Time)

Our Prep Cooks are professionals who assist the back-of-house team in preparing food, maintaining a safe and clean food environment, and performing other culinary tasks as delegated. The ideal candidate is focused, driven, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a kitchen environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
• Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
• Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat etc.
• Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
• Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Relevant culinary qualification and experience in either a hotel, resort, or quality restaurant
• Sufficient education and literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs
• Ability to read write and speak, and communicate in basic English preferred
• Serv Safe certifications (can be acquired after employment)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently while under pressure
• Must be able to work well as part of a team
• Ability to maintain personal and kitchen hygiene
• Knowledge of kitchen operations
• Knowledge of proper sanitation methods
• Knowledge of proper food storage
• Ability to use sharp knives safely and proficiently

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to meet physical demands such as lifting at least 50 lbs. as well as standing on your feet for up to 8 hours
• Must be able to sustain frequent walking, bending, stooping and lifting

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Indoors
• Exposure to fast-paced, high-temperature, and noisy environment
• Occasional prolonged visual attention

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Chef Jim Shirley uses his knowledge of Northwest Florida - from the people to his deep connections with the surrounding farming communities and local waters - combined with over three decades in the restaurant industry to create cultural culinary experiences that people actually want to enjoy. From beach bars to elevated modern southern cuisine, Chef Jim and his teams work hard to provide a variety of options that cater to all tastes. Driven, fun, and professional, the Chef Jim team serves up southern hospitality with a side of good grits.