Prep Cook/Dishwasher - Seasonal

JOB SUMMARY: 

This is an hourly, part-time, seasonal position that requires availability from Friday - Monday, for an average of 28 hours/week. This job is seasonal and will conclude in late October/early November. Primary job function is to prepare recipes ahead of service when working as a Prep Cook and to clean and wash dishes for guest service and support the kitchen overall cleanliness when working as a Dishwasher. This position demonstrates capabilities in food preparation techniques and applications. The Prep Cook/Dishwasher assists the Chef with quality oversight and ensuring proper food preparation (via recipes) and protocols are in place. The Prep Cook/Dishwasher reports to the Chef and pays $19/hour.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Acquires and maintains intimate knowledge of our food menus  

• Able to do dishes and help keep the dish area clean and well organized  

• Able to find solutions in stressful situations  

• Assists with kitchen cleanliness and organization  

• Able to do dishes and help keep the dish area clean and well organized  

• Place clean dishes in proper storage areas.  

• Sweep and scrub all areas of the dish station  

• Take out all garbage and break down all boxes    

• Communicates clearly regarding their daily tasks and workstation details  

• Completes opening and closing procedures for individual workstation  

• Help organize all food storage areas including the walk in and dry storage areas  

• Follows cleanliness and sanitation guidelines for city and state regulations  

• Has a professional approach to learning our daily operations  

• Prepares food according to restaurant recipes with advanced techniques 

• Properly labels and stores prepped items with date, identification, and initials  

• Reports to work on time and with ample physical and mental energy to perform job duties   

• Represents Half Acre’s culture and avoids situations and behaviors that are not reflective of company values in the workplace and out in the world   

• Responsible for cleanliness and organization of own workstation  

• Works well both independently and within a team  

• Understands the value of systems and enjoys being empowered and held accountable 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

• Must be 21+ years old 

• Candidate must hold proper certification (City of Chicago) which can be obtained once hired 

• Can work needed hours of operations 

• Demonstrates cleanliness in compliance with health and safety regulations for food service 

• Demonstrates good communication skills 

• Develops relationships built on trust 

• Listens actively and empathetically to the views of others 

• Treats others with respect 

BENEFICIAL EXPERIENCE: 

• Previous experience in a kitchen cooking and preparing food 

• Knife skills and experience working multiple stations 

• Communication and consistency to get the food out correctly and on time 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Able to lift 40 lbs and maneuver cases of food  

• Able to work an average of 8 hours on your feet in a fast-paced environment