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Prep Cook Job Description

Title: Prep Cook
Reports to: Management
Typical Work Week: Varied

Job Description:

  • A Ted’s Montana Grill Prep Cook is not only a position which requires timely and quality preparation of product, but also the ability to display showmanship and interaction with our Guests

Essential Functions:
As a Prep Cook, your job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Prepares all food items to order, following standard recipes and procedures within specified time limits.
  • Preps assigned items according to the Prep Lists, Firing Chart and par levels set by management.
  • Communicates with HOH Team Members, FOH Team Members and Management throughout the shift regarding status of orders and availability of product.
  • Properly measures and assembles ingredients required for preparing the standard recipes. Cuts and/or portions meat, fish and poultry.
  • Uses scale to ensure proper portioning of food items.
  • Minimizes waste of products.
  • Accepts or rejects ingredients based on quality and quantity.
  • Cleans, organizes, and maintains walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, cooler drawers, prep, and dry storage area.
  • Maintains prep area in a clean, sanitary and safe manner.
  • Stocks/restocks items on line according to TMG specifications.
  • Rinses and cuts raw food products.
  • Rotates product according to “First In, First Out” to maintain shelf-life standards.
  • Logs and discards all product not used by the end of the shift on the “use by” date.
  • Understands and complies with food safety and temperature standards.
  • Notifies a Manager immediately if a Guest is injured or has a complaint.
  • Assists in an entire team effort.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Professionalism and Style Expectations:
The following is expected of every Team Member and Manager at Ted’s Montana Grill:

  • Serves great food with great service and a great attitude.
  • Projects and assignments are completed thoroughly, professionally and with care in a timely manner.
  • Adjusts to high pressure situations and is open to change.
  • Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development.
  • Conducts themselves (acts & dresses) professionally at all times while setting the standard for all Team Members.
  • Understands and communicates the TMG Mission Statement and Core Values.
  • Expresses ideas and conveys information clearly, effectively and professionally.
  • Works to resolve disagreements; is respectful of peers and co-workers.

Knowledge and Skills:
Special Skills or knowledge necessary for this position:

  • Full-Service Restaurant Kitchen Experience is desired
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  • Strong communication skills
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  • Strong interpersonal skills. Able to communicate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
  • Organizational skills-Ability to be organized in a changing environment.
  • Ability to maintain a calm professional demeanor during periods of uncertainty or crisis.

Essential Physical Requirements:
Daily physical requirements and/or number of pounds that may need to be lifted on the job:

  • Stands during entire shift.
  • Reaches, bends, stoops, lifts, shakes, pours, carries, and pushes.
  • Lifts and carries tubs, trays, and cases weighing up to 100 lbs up to 20 times per shift.
  • Frequent exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures, humidity and extreme cold.