Prep Cook -Coastal Cask DJT International Airport

About the Role

All Paradies Lagardère positions require that you embody a positive company image by providing courteous, friendly, and efficient service with a smile to customers and team members. You must embrace our family culture by following our core values, TRIFIC (Trust, Respect, Integrity, First-Class, Innovation, Commitment), recognize and satisfy all restaurant guests, and be accountable to the Company and Restaurant Managers.

• Must have a passion for the guest!
• Must say “Yes”, “Please”, and “Thank You”!
• Must smile often!
• Exceed First Class Service standards and behavior with guests, business partners, and peers.
• Maintain a professional company image by adhering to all grooming and uniform guidelines, including slip-resistant shoes.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation at 100% recipe adherence.
• Follow recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, portioning, and serving food items.
• Follow production prep list and keep accurate records.
• Requisition supplies and equipment as needed.
• Ability to use knives, slicers, and kitchen equipment efficiently and safely.
• Wash, slice, and peel items on prep list.
• Store prepared food items safely and ensure they are properly date labeled.
• Follow all brand standards including those related to food safety, sanitation, operational excellence, or guest satisfaction.
• Practice excellent food safety and sanitation practices.
• Accountable for compliance with all local, state, federal laws and regulations including those relating to food safety.
• Regularly restock all kitchen supplies and food items required for service.
• Assist with ordering and planning food supplies, as directed by the supervisor.
• Report necessary equipment repair and maintenance to management.
• Monitor proper rotation and dating of prepped food items and storage areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment that is free of safety hazards.
• Work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to multi-task.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of closely related cooking experience; work experience in high-volume or fast-casual dining restaurant environment preferred.
• ServeSafe Certification or equivalent required by state.
• Able to work unsupervised for extensive periods and demonstrate good judgment when dealing with guests.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Ability to work various shifts in a 7/365 team-oriented environment including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Excellent customer service skills and an ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Self-starter able to prioritize and handle various tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected situations.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and mathematics in English.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. and perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, gripping, climbing on a ladder, and walking long distances.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work in an environment with varying conditions including high heat, steam, and odors.

This position description is intended to describe the primary elements of the role. Paradies Lagardère reserves the right to change the position description and assign additional duties and responsibilities as necessary.