Prep Cook

Job Position: Prep Cook

Location: Lipa, Batangas

Job Summary

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and completing daily mise en place to support smooth and efficient kitchen operations. The role ensures that ingredients are properly cleaned, cut, portioned, stored, and made available to the kitchen team according to established quality and food safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily kitchen operations, including washing, peeling, cutting, marinating, and portioning food items according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure readiness of all mise en place, making sure ingredients and tools are properly organized and available to support efficient cooking during service hours.
• Maintain consistency and accuracy in food preparation, following recipes, portion sizes, and preparation guidelines to support overall dish quality.
• Support kitchen team during operations, assisting cooks and chefs with basic tasks and ensuring a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, including proper cleaning of tools, equipment, and surfaces before, during, and after shifts.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of ingredients, following food safety standards to prevent contamination and maintain freshness.
• Monitor stock levels of prepped ingredients, notifying supervisors of shortages and helping minimize food waste through proper usage and storage.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations at all times.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or food preparation experience preferred, but entry-level candidates with willingness to learn may be considered.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques, including cutting, measuring, and handling ingredients safely and efficiently.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, with the ability to maintain cleanliness and follow proper hygiene standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating efficiency, focus, and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring consistency in ingredient preparation and portioning.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, allowing effective coordination with kitchen staff and supervisors.
• Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods, as well as handle repetitive tasks and lift kitchen supplies when needed.
• Willingness to learn and take direction, showing initiative and adaptability in a dynamic kitchen setting.
• Flexibility in schedule, including availability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Willing to work full-time on-site in Mataas na Kahoy, Batangas

Benefits:

• Promotion to permanent employee

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Batangas City, Batangas: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your asking salary?

Work Location: In person