Prep Cook

The Kitchen Restaurant Group

Boulder, CO

Expired: April 21, 2024 Applications are no longer accepted.

$15 to $21 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off
Full-Time

Job Description

Company Info

Prep Cook

Summary
The Kitchen Bistro in Boulder features a seasonal menu in a refined rustic atmosphere that is warm and inviting. The prep cook is responsible for assisting in the preparation of excellent meals from scratch as well as assisting with other back of house duties. Our line cooks support the team and help to create and maintain an exciting, inviting, and progressive environment. This person should be a high-energy and positive individual who will help foster connections with friends, family, and the community through service, food, and drink. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, eager to learn, and adaptable. We offer a unique, fun environment with the opportunity to grow within the company.

Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of meals.
Properly measures ingredients and assembles them in accordance with the chef’s specifications. Use a scale to ensure proper portioning of food items.
Wash, peel, and prepare raw food products; chop vegetables and make salads.
Cut and portion different types of meat.
Portions the food and prepares the dishes for plating.
Ensure leftover food is stored properly.
Test the temperature of foods at specified intervals.
Cleans organizes and maintains refrigerators, coolers, and dry storage areas. Restocks items as needed. Keep track of ingredient quantities and ensure there are always enough.
Understands and complies with food safety and temperature standards.
Open and close the restaurant and perform related work as requested.
Ability to perform objectives in a timely and efficient manner with a focus on quality while always maintaining a positive and professional approach with coworkers.
Promote and embrace the restaurant’s community and culture by demonstrating respect, positive energy, dependability, honesty, initiative, outgoing nature, and a pleasant, professional appearance.
Support the restaurant's vision and responsibility of being eco-conscious.

Qualifications

Must possess solid knowledge of the restaurant food industry and be able to take instruction well.
One year of experience or comparable. Desire to expand restaurant knowledge.
Superior temperament, adaptable nature, and good communication skills.
Demonstrate integrity in all areas, both personal and professional.
Must be able to operate effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly.
The ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be at least 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

Ability to perform all functions at the restaurant level.
Working with hot, cold, and potentially hazardous equipment as well as operating office equipment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to walk.
May be required to work in very warm or cold conditions for an extended period of time.
The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 45 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Operation of any high-pressure steam boiler or high-temperature water boiler.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

Salary

$15 - $21 per hour plus a service fee

Benefits we offer for Full-Time Employees!

PTO and Paid Sick Time
Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
Disability
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Referral Program
Free RTD Boulder Pass to eligible employees
Store discount
Educational Reimbursement
Employee Recognition and Loyalty Programs
Advancement Opportunities
Great Company Culture and Community Involvement!

The Kitchen Restaurant Group is an EEO Employer
Position remains open for one week following the initial post or until filled.

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