Description

Job Summary:

The Prep Cook assists in the preparation of various dishes in the kitchen. They perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients efficiently within the established “Lev Group” standards.
Essential Job Functions; include but not limited to:

• 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.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned
• Possess a can-do attitude, is passionate and strives for excellence.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• 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

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Could be required to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance
• Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print)
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects)
• Ability to move quickly turning from left to right or right to left
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping
• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to move quickly turning from left to right or right to left.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Education and Required Experience:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Minimum 2 years kitchen preparation and experience;(or) equivalent combination of education and experience

The LEV Restaurant Group was founded in 2002 as a vehicle to inspire, create, develop and operate world class experiences for food & beverage concepts in the Restaurant Industry. We are excited to collaborate and invest in entrepreneurial spirited professionals to create authentic, immersive drinking and dining experiences. We partner with chefs, service leaders, and brand ambassadors and provide all the support necessary to ensure brand development success. Based in Las Vegas, LEV Restaurant Group oversees 900 employees and 55 multi-state locations.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

At LEV Restaurant Group, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 702-566-7210.

https://www.levgrouplv.com/