What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Shadowbrook Restaurant?
Responsibilities
Clean and stock prep area to ensure an efficient service
Receive deliveries and store product
Prepare ingredients for dishes offered on the menu according to recipe specifications
and within normal production times
Wash, chop, grate and slice vegetables to go in various dishes
Cut and slice meats to the appropriate portion size
Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces and parboiling food as assigned
Maintain high standard and consistency of quality and presentation
Maintain in-depth knowledge of nutrition, common allergies, dietary restrictions and
food terminology
Label, stock and organize all ingredients on shelves
Handle, store and rotate all food products to maintain freshness
Track and report food waste
Stock inventory
Knife skills and ability to operate kitchen equipment required
Maintain clean and orderly service areas and complete side work duties
Comply with established safety and sanitation standards
Adhere to company policies and standard procedures
Qualifications
Able to work in a high energy and fast paced work environment
Able to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision
Requires a good sense of prioritization and organizational skills
Able to multi-task while maintaining a sense of urgency
Accuracy and high attention to detail
Able to project a friendly and helpful attitude
Able to work as part of a Team
Demonstrate honesty and integrity
Must be dependable and timely
Able to work a flexible schedule
Weekends, holidays and evenings required
High standard of personal appearance and hygiene
Possess a clear understanding of weights and measures
Possess knowledge of safe food-handling, sanitary kitchen conditions and proper hand
washing techniques
Skills
Food Handlers card required
Able to lift 30-50 lbs.
Able to stand, walk, lift, twist and bend for up to 8 hours a day
Shift
AM Shift
Part-time
Full-time
Experience Level
6 months - 1 year is a plus
Founded in 1947, Shadowbrook Restaurant has been known for “Romance in Dining” since the beginning. Award-winning service, farm-fresh ingredients, and a world-famous ambiance are among the many things that make Shadowbrook exceptional. Located in the delightful village of Capitola-by-the-Sea, accessible by its quaint cable car or a stroll through the lushly landscaped hillside, sits the restaurant nestled onto the banks of Soquel Creek. The building design is rich with old-world charm and boasts numerous meticulously crafted dining rooms and patios. With a magical setting and dedication to excellence, Shadowbrook is genuinely one of a kind.
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