What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at The Original Pancake House DFW?
Prep Cooks are directly responsible for all kitchen functions including, food preparation, plate presentation, portion and cost control and sanitation and cleanliness. Prep cooks prepare and portion food products prior to cooking.
Prep Cook Requirements
Prep Cook Requirements
- Assumes 100% responsibility for preparing all food items
- Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products.
- Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
- Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, kettle, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
- Follows proper plate presentation for all dishes.
- Handles, stores and rotates all products properly (FIFO).
- Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
- Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement. Performs other related duties as assigned by the General Manager, Manager or Shift Leader.
- Breakfast line prep cook experience preferred but not necessary
- Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel.
- Must be a team player
- Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds.
- Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours).
