What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Copper & Rye?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic culinary team as a Prep Cook and bring your passion for food preparation and kitchen excellence to life! In this vital role, you will be the backbone of our kitchen, ensuring all ingredients are prepared with precision and care to support seamless meal service. Your energetic approach and culinary skills will help create a vibrant, efficient environment where quality and safety are always top priorities. Whether you're refining your knife skills or assisting with menu planning, this position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within the food industry while making a meaningful impact on our guests’ dining experience.
Duties
- Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, and measuring to ensure timely meal assembly
- Assist in cooking and food presentation to uphold our high standards of quality and flavor
- Support menu planning efforts by organizing ingredients and suggesting creative ideas for daily specials
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering strictly to food safety protocols
- Handle food with care, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and rotation to minimize waste
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation for catering events or large orders
- Serve as a key team member in maintaining a safe, efficient kitchen environment through diligent food handling practices
Requirements
- Previous experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is highly desirable
- Hands-on experience with food preparation, cooking, and food handling in a restaurant or food service setting
- Strong knife skills and familiarity with culinary techniques for meal preparation
- Knowledge of food safety standards and proper sanitation procedures
- Experience in menu planning, catering, or serving is a plus
- Ability to work efficiently in fast-paced kitchen environments while maintaining attention to detail
- Excellent teamwork skills and a proactive attitude towards learning new culinary skills
Join us as a Prep Cook and be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering delicious meals with energy and precision. Your culinary journey starts here—bring your enthusiasm for food industry excellence and help us create memorable dining experiences every day!
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15