Restaurant Food Prep Staff

Job Summary:

The Food Preparation Worker will perform routine tasks necessary to prepare meals, cold items, salads, coffees and teas, and ingredients for more complex dishes.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

·        None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

·        Cuts, weighs, or measures ingredients according to provided instructions.

·        Prepares meat, seafood, and poultry for cooking by cutting or grinding, as instructed. 

·        Prepares vegetables to be used as condiments.

·        Combines salad ingredients.

·        Arranges prepared food on serving trays or in designated area for retrieval by serving staff.

·        Prevents the spoilage of ingredients through proper storage in designated containers and in designated areas.

·        Monitors the temperature of food and food storage areas.

·        Maintains and cleans salad bars and buffets.

·        Ensures tables are adequately stocked.

·        Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains cleanliness of work areas, surfaces, utensils, equipment, and dishes.

·        Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and restaurant.

·        Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

·        Ability to listen and follow directions.

·        Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines throughout the kitchen and restaurant. 

Education and Experience:

·        Prior completion of food safety coursework preferred.

Physical Requirements:

·        Prolonged periods standing.

·        Must be able to work nights and weekends. 

·        Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds at a time.