Prep Cook Job at Stagecoach Inn & Restaurant, Salado, TX

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  • Stagecoach Inn & Restaurant
  • Salado, TX

Job Description

Prep Cook Job Summary: The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and performing basic cooking tasks to assist chefs and line cooks in creating dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently, maintaining cleanliness, organization, and readiness for service. Key Responsibilities: * Ingredient Preparation: Wash, peel, chop, slice, and prepare fruits, vegetables, meats, and other ingredients for cooking or service. * Measure and Mix Ingredients: Accurately measure and prepare ingredients for recipes, following kitchen standards. * Pre-Cooking Tasks: Perform basic cooking tasks such as parboiling, blanching, or roasting ingredients as needed for more complex dishes. * Food Portioning: Weigh and portion food accurately, ensuring consistent dish preparation. * Stocking: Ensure all prep stations are stocked and organized with the necessary ingredients, tools, and supplies. * Food Safety: Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper food handling, labeling, and storage procedures. * Cleanliness: Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and utensils during and after shifts. * Waste Management: Dispose of waste properly and monitor the kitchen for potential safety hazards, reporting them to the kitchen manager as needed. * Support Line Cooks: Assist line cooks and chefs during service by providing prepped ingredients and maintaining readiness in the kitchen. Qualifications: * Experience: Previous experience in a prep cook or kitchen role is preferred but not required; culinary training is a plus. * Knowledge: Basic knowledge of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety standards. * Physical Ability: Must be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced environment. * Work Ethic: Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and a strong commitment to cleanliness. * Team Player: Ability to follow instructions, communicate effectively, and work well with others in a collaborative kitchen environment. * Availability: Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings. Work Environment: * Busy kitchen environment with exposure to various kitchen equipment, hot surfaces, and sharp objects. * Standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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