Prep Cook

Job summary:

Responsible for first step preparation of menu items, readying foods, garnishes and condiments to be transported and/or stored for use on line or for service.

Essential functions:

Must be willing and able to:

• Prepare ingredients needed for recipes of menu items
• Comprehend and follow designated pars in determining preparation quantities
• Use equipment as prescribed in preparation of menu items
• Safely and efficiently use knives and other utensils necessary to complete preparation of menu items
• Prepare food items according to prescribed recipes
• Master functions specific to menu item preparation requirements
• Operate all functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary
• Assist servers in cutting lemons and preparing garnishes
• Perform calmly and effectively under pressure
• Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety
• Maintain food quality standards
• Communicate problems to management immediately
• Inventory supplies and communicate needs to management

Accountabilities:

Must be willing and able to:

• Make appropriate judgment calls under stressful conditions
• Maintain clean and orderly work area throughout shift and leave it ready for business for the following shift
• Follow proper hand washing procedures
• Be responsible for the material in the Maggiano’s Little Italy employee safety manual and employee handbook
• Follow sanitation guidelines according to standing operation procedures

Requirements

Qualification standards:

Prefer previous restaurant experience or the equivalent.

Must be willing and able to:

• Meet personal schedule requirements punctually
• Project a friendly, courteous and pleasant attitude
• Provide a clean, well manicured persona that reflects the established image of the restaurant
• Safely transport containers which weigh up to 30 pounds
• Stand and/or walk for an entire shift
• Safely transport items to and from the kitchen on a slick and uneven surface and stairs where applicable
• Safely move about in all areas of the restaurant
• Work a variable and flexible schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays
• Perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures
• Read a thermometer