Prep Cook

**** must be able to read and speak English! 

LINE COOK

ROLE PURPOSE

The Line Chef is responsible for preparing all food according to recipe requirements and adhering to product sensitivities and plate presentations; and ensuring all food meets Jackmont standard of excellence.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be able to pass standard TSA badging requirements to work in the airport
• Must be able to prepare recipes to specifications as given by Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine
• Ability to Lift and carry product(s) of up to 70 lbs., up to 20 times per shift: places these items
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Knowledge of HACCP and other safety regulations
• Use of hands 99% of the time
• Ability to stand and walk most of a 6-8 hour shift
• Must be able to hear kitchen expeditor and/or manager requests in the midst of loud background noise

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITES  

Prep Cooks perform various food preparation, cooking and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes for patrons. Their duties and responsibilities include:

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• Completing all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the Head Chef or other kitchen manager
• Labeling and stocking all ingredients on easily accessible shelves
• Washing, chopping and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables and meats
• Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients
• Parboiling food, reducing sauces and starting first steps in various dishes
• Cleaning dishes, washing cooking utensils and cookware, taking out the trash and sanitizing kitchen
• Adhering to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards
• Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply

• Maintains compliance with recipe changes, while ensuring proper execution of recipe procedures to maintain a high quality and consistent product.
• Communicates ticket times and potential problems with the service staff, kitchen staff and managers.
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve the overall objectives of the position.
• Maintains a favorable working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate, which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.