Lead Prep Cook- Canton - Trillium Brewing Company : Job Details

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Canton Forever Home

In this position, you will be assisting in the preparation of various dishes in the kitchen. You will perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up work stations and ingredients efficiently within the established standards in every aspect.

**Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:**

Food Production

* Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties

* Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible

* Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking

* Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food, etc.

* Food preparation of meats/poultry/game/fish/vegetables/fruits, etc.

* Lifting and moving equipment to and from work stations, stoves, and refrigerators

* Work with chef team to ensure high quality prep work done by prep team

* Ensure all prep is finished by prep team and communicate with chef team

* Plan out weekly prep and cleaning duties

* Maintain stock levels of product and to communicate shorts with chef team

* Teach and train prep team with techniques and tips

Food Safety

* Comply with nutritional and sanitation guidelines

* Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.

* Check in morning deliveries and ensure quantity and quality of product

* Ensure food and other items are stored properly

Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

**Desired Qualifications & Abilities**

Experience

* Minimum 2 years kitchen preparation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

* Previous prep cook experience in a modern dining restaurant preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures

* Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen

* Must be able to perform in a fast-paced kitchen environment

* Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

* Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions

* Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

* Strong team-minded approach to fellow workers

* Primary food quality work ethic

* Proficient knife skills and use of equipment

Benefits:

* Medical and Dental benefits (with employer contributions)

* Paid Time Off

* Free and discounted Trillium Merchandise

* Comp Beer

* Perk and Philanthropy programs