Prep Cook

## Description **General Purpose of the Job:** As a Prep Cook, you are responsible for preparing and portioning as well as perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and, slicing meat. But that’s just the technical stuff. We also want you to have a love of food and passion for creating the best guest experience. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** - Measures ingredients and prepares them in accordance to chef’s specifications; - Washes and peels ingredients in order for them to be used in different meals; - Cuts and portions different types of meat according to specifications. - Prepares different types of food from the menu, following carefully the recipes; - Makes stock soups to be used during cooking process; - Accepts or rejects ingredients from food suppliers, based on their appearance and quality; - Keeps track of ingredient quantities and ensures there are always enough for the day/week; - Stores ingredients in dedicated containers, making sure that they are best preserved; - Informs superiors when the ingredients stock is getting low or when the kitchen tools do not work properly; - Must demonstrate impeccable sanitation habits including on their person as well as their station. Must clean and sanitize the working surfaces, tools, utensils and working area; - Carefully supervises the food temperature and the temperature from cooling rooms, to ensure that the ingredients kept are kept at the appropriate temperature; - Follow cleaning calendar – clean work station before and after food prep to ensure always working in a clean area. - Follow safety procedures for using all kitchen equipment. Demonstrates efficient knife skills. - Carry out other duties assigned by the manager on duty or the Executive Chef. - Do not hesitate to ask for management intervention if necessary. - Other duties as directed. **Requirements:** - Knowledge of FIFO inventory method. - Special Skills or knowledge necessary for this position. - Basic mathematical skills, handle money and give correct change. - Basic reading skills. - Basic computer skills. - Basic knowledge of beer, wine and spirits, and be familiar with standard drink recipes. - Excellent communication skills. - Organizational skills. - Multi-task oriented. - Knowledge of Pie Tap’s food & beverage specifications. - Knowledge of workplace safety procedures. - Licenses certification, or registrations required for the position. - State applicable health and/or alcohol compliance card. **Physical Demands:** - Must be impeccable in appearance and in the proper uniform every day without exception. - Walks and stands during entire shift. - Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe. - Remain stationary for long periods of time. - Frequent washing of hands. - Be Able to lift up to 35 lbs. - Hazards may include, but are not limited to, slipping and tripping. ****