Pinecrest #13 Prep Cook

Responsibilities

• Organizes everything in advance and during service to make the kitchen hum
• Chops, breaks down, cuts, weighs, mixes, washes, stores, unloads, prepares menu items according to Flanigan’s company recipe manual and plate presentation
• Rotates products and stocks to par level to ensure the kitchen is not disrupted
• Completes assigned prep work, stocks and sets up stations as necessary
• Transports items to and from kitchen, helps vendors unload delivery trucks
• Cleans and maintains kitchen area throughout shift
• Breaks down and cleans all stations at closing
• Works flexible shift schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Physically stands/walks 100% of shift, reaches, bends, stoops
• Safely uses kitchen machinery (Open Flame Grill, Stove, Slicer, etc)
• Works safely with hot plates, pots, pans, sharp knives and utensils
• Lifts up to 50 lbs. several times per shift, lifts heavy loads to high shelves, coolers, freezers
• Holds items weighing up to 5 lbs. for long periods of time
• Works in high temperature, damp environment indoors and minimally outdoors
• Assists fellow employees with dishwashing and cleaning as needed
• Completes and passes food safety certification program in compliance with Flanigan’s and Florida statutes

Requirements

• Able to speak, read and write English
• Able to read recipes and food labels
• Able to read POS ticket orders
• Communicates ticket times, executes food flow from kitchen to guests, and reports potential issues to Manager on duty
• Able to safely use kitchen machinery (Open Flame Grill, Stove, Slicer, etc)
• Work safely with hot plates, pots, pans, sharp knives and utensils

Qualifications

• Fives (5) Day Work Week, with Two (2) Consecutive Days Off
• Paid Vacation One Week after Year One, Two Weeks after Two Years, and Three Weeks after Ten Years
• Christmas Bonus after one year of employment (amount equals one week pay)
• Health Insurance - Medical & Dental Programs Available
• 401K Plan - Immediate Eligibility. Must be 21 or Over to Enroll
• Advancement Based on Performance Not Tenure
• Free Shift Meals