Elks Temple Prep Cook

McMenamins•Tacoma, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is the opening of the kitchen and production of any food preparation needed for the restaurant. Duties include, but are not limited to: slicing, chopping, preparing cold and hot sauces, proper rotation of product, general walk-in organization, kitchen sanitation duties, as well as line cooking duties. Each prep cook is responsible for the organization and cleaning of their work area. Being a prep cook can be hard physical work and takes mental agility and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast paced and deadline oriented environment. A prep cook must also have the ability to work well independently and as a member of a team. Each employee will be expected to perform their job in a safe manner and report any safety concerns to Management. All McMenamin employees will also be expected to keep current on all company events, history, and products. Other duties as assigned by the Manager on duty.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain current food handlers card
Must have a value for diversity and the ability to work with individuals from different backgrounds
Most importantly, this job requires a positive attitude, a value for diversity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
Each employee is expected to come to work ready to have fun and be a positive force.
YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Nice To Haves

Previous experience preferred
Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays preferred

Responsibilities

Produce excellent quality food for customers
Safely lift and carry heavy objects with a hand truck or the help of another person if necessary
Remain calm and focused and provide excellent food products in a high volume environment
Accurately work with numbers, orders and food specs
Remain calm and focused in a high volume, deadline oriented work environment
Follow strict adherence to deadlines and product quality
Work for long periods on feet including frequent walking and standing
Perform repetitive movement such as pushing, pulling, bending, some twisting and stooping
Perform fine hand manipulation including handling small and large objects, chopping and use of kitchen equipment as well as work with and around sharp objects, including knives & slicers
Work in & around a hot kitchen and various heat sources
Ability to communicate clearly and be positive, polite, and cooperative with co-workers, managers, vendors, and customers
Work around various heat sources, including grills, broilers, and hot-oil fryers
Work with chemicals used in cleaning and sanitizing
Complete dishwashing duties as needed