Prep Cook

Prep Cook - The Department at Hudson's

Department: The Department

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: The Department

Reporting To: Christopher Baldwin

Description
This person's primary function will be to prepare fantastic food for large events. This individual must have a strong work ethic. The fundamentals to succeed in a professional kitchen are required. A willingness to learn from others and take direction in stride within a busy professional kitchen is required. This person must be a team player, willing to learn and exemplify the quality, consistency and dedication that is The Department at Hudson's Detroit.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items for catered events.
• Verify any items produced in excess and check with Chefs
• Label items with product name, party number, date made and date out
• Foster open lines of communication with Chefs for any production issues noticed or expected
• Follow safety procedures to endure an accident-free workplace
• Follow sanitation standards and cleaning standards.
• Use standardized recipes to provide consistent production
• Responsible for proper handling, storage and use of food
• Maintain and demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism.
• Establish and maintain a good rapport with staff, administrators and the public
• Strive to continuously improve skills using appropriate methods
• Champion and adhere to all Company standards and policies including the Code of Conduct, Attendance and Uniform and Appearance policy
• Other responsibilities include supporting purchasing, dishwashing and overall building support.
• Meals as well as breaks provided.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• 6 months of work experience in the industry preferred but not required
• Large kitchen, banquet or off premise catering preferred but not required
• Serve Safe/Allergen Certified or willingness to obtain certification required
• Must be able and willing to work seasonal event driven schedule including nights, weekend and summer holidays
• Proficient or willingness to learn. Food production as well as scheduling systems provided through internet based software and e-mail.
• Strong organizational skills
• A positive attitude and the willingness to work with all facets and levels of management is required.

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