Job DescriptionESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform routine kitchen tasks.
- Follow the prep list created 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.
- Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep.
- Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
- Undertake basic cooking duties, such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
- Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
- Ensure that all food and other items are stored properly.
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
- Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma; culinary degree preferred.
- Hospitality Industry Experience preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience as a prep cook
- Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.
- Must be able to obtain a required Virginia Lottery Non-Gaming License.
- Must know proper cooking temperatures, holding temperatures and sanitation practices to ensure safe food handling and safe food products to our guests.
- Possesses knowledge of all kitchen equipment including break down, set-up and sanitation.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. above and below shoulder level and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Position requires 30% standing, 70% walking.
- Requires very frequent bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead. Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues.
- Must be able to work in an area containing secondary smoke.
- Must possess coordination and dexterity to use kitchen utensils.
- Must be able to tolerate industry standard cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment involving constant internal and external customer contact.