Prep Cook Gordon Ramsay

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Perform routine kitchen tasks.
• Follow the prep list created 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.
• Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and other meal prep.
• Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared according to recipes.
• Undertake basic cooking duties, such as reducing sauces and parboiling food.
• Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
• Ensure that all food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma; culinary degree preferred.
• Hospitality Industry Experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience as a prep cook
• Ability to uphold and demonstrate the highest level of integrity in all situations and recognize standards required by a regulated business.
• Must be able to obtain a required Virginia Lottery Non-Gaming License.
• Must know proper cooking temperatures, holding temperatures and sanitation practices to ensure safe food handling and safe food products to our guests.
• Possesses knowledge of all kitchen equipment including break down, set-up and sanitation.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, holidays and weekends.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: 

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. above and below shoulder level and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Position requires 30% standing, 70% walking.
• Requires very frequent bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead. Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues.
• Must be able to work in an area containing secondary smoke.
• Must possess coordination and dexterity to use kitchen utensils.
• Must be able to tolerate industry standard cleaning/sanitizing chemicals.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment involving constant internal and external customer contact.