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Prep Cooks

Jobs Description

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing great food by following our secret recipes that set our chicken apart from all of our competitors.

The Prep Cook will work productively in a fast-paced environment, needs to be "process and task oriented", and follow all health & safety/security procedures. Be reliable and fast-moving while following recipes.

Areas of Responsibility

• Follow the steps outlined in the DHC Training Program to learn new skills, duties, and responsibilities

• Abide by the rules and direction given by the Restaurant Management Team

• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays

• Communicate to their immediate supervisor when additional training, guidance, and practice is needed

• Understand how each job responsibility impacts Guests, Team, and overall Restaurant Operations success

• Work together with other Teammates to prep items on the DHC menu while following company recipes, safety procedures, and sanitary requirements

• Communicate effectively with Team Members and Management to resolve any interpersonal issues as needed

• Use specific kitchen machinery and equipment such as fryers, warmers, etc.

• Ensure restaurant cleanliness daily by cleaning prep tables, sweeping and mopping floors, daily cleaning tasks, washing/sanitizing/disinfecting kitchen utensils

• Maintain a neat and tidy appearance by wearing a uniform and adhering to the DHC Uniform Policy

Education / Experience Requirements

• Current student or high school diploma or GED preferred

• Must be at least 16 years old - current high school diploma or GED preferred

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to bend and stoop

• Ability to lift 50 - 75 lbs. comfortably

• Be able to work in close quarters and around heat

• Positive attitude while performing all duties

• Have a commitment to Guest satisfaction. Looks at Restaurant Operations from a Guest's point of view

• Effective communicator with Teammates and the Restaurant Management Team

• Excellent time management skills, performance-oriented and performance driven; understand performance expectations and are aware of performance results

• Have reliable transportation to get to work

• Have a telephone or other reliable method of communicating with the Restaurant Management Team and Teammates

How to Apply

Send email of interest to: sjusino@estep-co.com