Prep Cook - Delacroix Restaurant

The hiring establishment is a professional hospitality restaurant renowned for delivering exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food preparation and attentive service. As an integral part of the hospitality industry, this establishment prides itself on maintaining a hospitable atmosphere seven days a week throughout the year. It operates within a fast-paced, commercial kitchen environment, embracing both teamwork and efficiency as core values. This restaurant ensures a safe and clean environment for both its staff and patrons by adhering to strict cleaning and food safety standards and requiring all employees to comply fully with internal rules and regulations from day one. The role offered is that of a Production Cook, a crucial position responsible for preparing and cooking menu items in advance for line cooks to assemble and serve quickly. The Production Cook’s duties include using professional kitchen equipment such as large mixers, commercial ovens, gas ranges, blenders, and meat slicers. It is essential to strictly follow recipes and par sheets to maintain consistent food quality and adequate inventory levels daily. The role demands excellent multitasking abilities to manage multiple cooking and preparation tasks simultaneously, adhering closely to safety and quality policies. This position is suited for individuals with some culinary training or experience in food preparation, preferably with two to three years in similar roles. A high degree of professionalism is required to maintain composure in a high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen environment. Physical stamina is necessary to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended hours while working in close proximity to team members under potentially loud and bustling conditions. The Production Cook must demonstrate integrity, honesty, positive attitude, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. This job fosters a respectful workplace culture by upholding company standards in appearance, conduct, and customer service. The work environment is strictly indoor, characterized by small workspaces and commercial kitchen equipment handling. Due to the nature of the role, employees must wear non-slip shoes to ensure safety on potentially wet or slippery floors and adapt to exposure to cleaning chemicals and dust. This position does not include supervisory tasks but requires adherence to detailed instructions and flexibility to adjust to shifting operational needs. Overall, the Production Cook position offers a dynamic opportunity within a well-established hospitality restaurant that is committed to excellent food preparation, employee safety, and superior service. Employees joining this team become part of a respected establishment focused on consistent quality, teamwork, and a positive work environment that supports their professional growth and well-being in the culinary field.

• High school diploma or GED
• Proper culinary training preferred
• 2-3 years experience in a similar role preferred
• Ability to stay professional in a stressful work environment
• Superb multitasking skills
• Available to work weekends, days, nights, and holidays
• Ability to maintain company appearance and dress standards
• Strong task and time management skills
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for eight or more hours
• Knowledge of customer service principles and ability to follow quality and company standards
• Ability to follow instructions and work unsupervised
• Capability to plan, organize, and adapt to changing situations
• Team player with professional attitude
• Displays integrity and honesty