Prep Cook at Aventura Job at The Pulpo Group

The Pulpo Group Ann Arbor, MI 48105

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform opening duties: station setup, turn on all equipment, monitor temperature in all refrigeration units, ensure the environment is in clean and safe working order.
  • Review and confirm prep lists for immediate and long-term preparation needs. Assist with daily prep lists as well as other tasks when needed.
  • Learn and adhere to cooking methods to maintain consistency with menu items. Use standard recipes for preparation and portioning of all products.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work station, as well as clean machinery when finished using.
  • Perform end of shift duties: clean work space, all projects completed, adherence to storage (consolidation, rotation, labeling and dating of products) best practices.
  • Communicate with management regarding needs and concerns as they pertain to your personal success and that of the operation as a whole.

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Knowledge of fresh pasta making, rolling, and shaping is a bonus and will impact a higher hourly rate
  • Full-service restaurant experience is desired.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques and equipment.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards.
  • Ability to be organized in a changing environment.
  • Ability to maintain a calm professional demeanor in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

  • Prepare all food items following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
  • Prep assigned items according to the prep lists and par levels set by management.
  • Communicate with BOH Team Members, FOH Team Members and Management throughout the shift regarding status of orders and availability of product.
  • Properly measure and assemble ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes. Cut and/or portion meat, fish, and poultry.
  • Use scale to ensure proper proportioning of food items.
  • Minimize waste of products.
  • Accepts or reject ingredients based on quality and quantity.
  • Clean, organize, and maintain walk-in refrigerator, reach in refrigerator, coolers, prep, and dry storage area.
  • Maintain prep area in a clean, sanitary and safe manner.
  • Stock/restock items on line
  • Rinse and cut raw food products.
  • Rotate product according to “First In, First Out” to maintain shelf-life standards.
  • Log and discard all products not used by the end of the shift on the “use by” date.
  • Understand and comply with food safety and temperature standards.
  • Contribute to a positive work environment with a focus on respect, teamwork, and integrity.
  • Complete tasks thoroughly, professionally and with care in a timely manner.
  • Adjust to high pressure situations and be adaptable.
  • Assume responsibility for personal growth and development.
  • Act professionally at all times and set the standard for all team members.
  • Express ideas and convey information clearly, effectively and professionally.
  • Other duties as assigned by Management.

Essential Physical Requirements:

  • Stands during the entire shift.
  • Reaches, bends, squats and lifts.
  • Carries plates, lifts glass racks, and boxes weighing up to 50 pounds up to 20 times per shift.
  • Some exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures, and humidity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Physical setting:

  • Casual dining restaurant
  • Fine dining restaurant

Shift:

  • Day shift
  • Evening shift

Weekly day range:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Work Location: One location




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