Prep Cook

Muriale's Italian Restaurant

  • Fairmont, WV
  • $13.00-17.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 30 days ago
Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
Job Summary:The Prep Cook will prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff.Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, senior chef, or other staff.
  • Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
  • Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
  • Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
  • Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
  • Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
  • Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned, especially related to daily & deep cleaning.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Basic understanding of and the ability to learn essential sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
  • Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
  • Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team.
  • Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
Education and Experience:
  • High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.
  • Prior related experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
  • Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
  • Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None.

Muriale's Italian Restaurant