Prep Cook

Crossed Keys Inn is looking for a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team in a local restaurant business! We are seeking passionate individuals to bring the same level of care and hard work that the family brings to each meal and event.   Summary of Position: Accurately and efficiently cook all applicable menu items as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates. Must be available Wednesday through Saturday. Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares a variety of menu items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares items for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or manager-on-duty.

Qualifications: 

• Prior Line Cook/Prep Cook experience required
• Experience in a restaurant or event venue a plus
• Ability to stand/walk for duration of shift