Crescent City, a renowned restaurant specializing in Southern cuisine with a New Orleans flair, is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. As a prep cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring our culinary operations run smoothly by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean work environment. If you're passionate about food, have a strong work ethic, and want to work in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
-Assist the kitchen team with preparing ingredients for dishes, including washing, chopping, and measuring.
-Follow recipes and kitchen protocols to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation.
-Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen equipment.
-Properly store and label food items, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
-Assist with basic cooking tasks such as assembling dishes or cooking simple items under supervision.
-Monitor inventory levels and communicate with the kitchen manager when supplies are low.
-Assist in maintaining kitchen hygiene by cleaning up spills, taking out trash, and sanitizing surfaces.
-Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food preparation.
Qualifications:
-Previous experience as a prep cook or in a similar role preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.
-Basic understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
-Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a high-pressure environment.
-Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team.
-Must adhere to food safety guidelines and maintain a clean workspace.
-Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Physical Requirements:
-Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
-Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with varying temperatures.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly wage.
Opportunities for growth within the restaurant.
Flexible scheduling.
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