Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Kitchen Prep/Cook is responsible for setting up kitchen workstations and performing basic cooking duties. Their duties include the preparation of meals and ingredients, organizing and labeling food items in the refrigerator/freezers, performing tasks like chopping and mixing ingredients, and sanitizing their workstation.

POSITION EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidate may be required to have a high school diploma or GED but it is not required.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays

Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred but not required

Must be able to pass in-house training and orientation sessions

JOB KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred but not required

Basic cooking and chopping knowledge

Works well as part of a team

Ability to handle being near cooking ovens with high heat

Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks promptly

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Must set up and sanitize the kitchen work area and kitchen equipment.

Prepare ingredients to be used in entrees and sauces.

Must be able to wash, peel, and cut vegetables.

Mix ingredients, stew vegetables, and prep tamales on trays.

Wash, chop produce, and do other food handling.

Set up and wrap tamales and sort them by flavor and type.

Assist with online orders by preparing and packaging tamales correctly for shipping.

Label, stock, and transfer all wrapped tamales to their proper place and ensure they are easily accessible.

Wash trays, and cooking equipment, clean floors, clean bathrooms, sanitize countertops, sanitize cutting boards, and maintain all areas to health code standards.

Maintain a clean and organized kitchen by making sure all waste is removed and the surfaces are sanitized at the end of the work shift and/or day.

Comply with food sanitation guidelines and safety rules.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Vision insurance
Work Location: In person