Prep Cook

Title

Prep Cook

Reports To

Head Chef

Summary

The Prep Cook is an integral part of the kitchen team. Working as a team, he/she will be responsible for preparing measures and assembling ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes. Cuts and/or portions meat, vegetables, fish and poultry.

What's In It For You?

• Benefits after 6 months of full time employment
• RRSP/DPSP Contributions after 6 months of full time employment
• Working with a dynamic group of individuals
• Food and Beverage discounts at all 4 PURE Locations
• Opportunities for advancement

Core Competencies

• Customer Service

• Team Work

• Quality

• Communication

• Collaboration

Job Duties

• Following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
  Preps assigned items according to the Prep Lists and par levels set by Head Chef.
• Communicates with BOH Team Members, regarding availability of product.
• Properly measures and assembles ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes. Cuts and/or portions meat, vegetables, fish and poultry.
• Uses scale to ensure proper portioning of food items.
• Minimizes waste of products.
• Accepts or rejects ingredients based on quality and quantity.
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, prep, and dry storage area.
• Maintains prep area in a clean, sanitary and safe manner.
• Stocks/restocks items on salad station
• Rinses and cuts raw food products.
• Rotates product according to “First In, First Out” to maintain shelf-life standards.
• Understands and complies with food safety and temperature standards.
• Assists in an entire team effort.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.

• Able to maintain a security clearance.

• Previous experience is an asset

• Available to work evenings and weekends.

• Work in a fast paced environment

• Individuals with integrity and high standards

• Someone who is enthusiastic

• Fluent in English

• Team player

Work Conditions

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged period.
• Reaches, bends, squats and lifts.
• Carries plates, lifts glass racks and boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
• Some exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures and humidity