Prep Cook at Grand Lux Cafe | Village of Garden City | Rezi

Prep Cook at Grand Lux Cafe

Prep Cook

Grand Lux Cafe · Village of Garden City

2 weeks ago

Prep Cook

Grand Lux Cafe · Village of Garden City

14 days ago
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About the Role

As a Prep Cook, you’ll prepare recipes for delicious dishes, upholding a commitment to scratch cooking with fresh, high-quality ingredients. You’ll work alongside a supportive kitchen team in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant, taking ownership and pride in food preparation, attention to detail, and consistency. Prep Cooks are passionate team players who support back-of-house operations and help create memorable dining experiences for guests.

Responsibilities

  • Follow a prep list while completing tasks efficiently with speed and a sense of urgency
  • Read and follow recipes using accurate measurements, weights, and portioning for consistent recipe execution
  • Prepare ingredients using strong knife skills including chopping, dicing, and slicing
  • Use a variety of cooking methods and culinary techniques including boiling, broiling, roasting, sauteing, frying, and grilling
  • Prep ingredients for all menu items including sauces, dressings, and soups
  • Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, fryers, broilers, flat tops, grills, tilt skillets, mixers, and slicers
  • Label, date, and rotate food using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures
  • Follow instructions maintaining organization, safety standards, cleanliness, and sanitation
  • Adhere to food safety, food handling, and cross contamination prevention procedures
  • Support teamwork through clear, effective communication
  • Work well under pressure while maintaining high standards

Requirements

  • Prior kitchen experience in the food service industry preferred
  • Proficient with kitchen tools, equipment, and culinary techniques, a plus
  • Knowledge of food preparation, food handling, and food safety standards
  • Ability to multitask with efficiency and attention to detail
  • Reliable and punctual with a positive, patient attitude
  • Dependable, adaptable, and dedicated with a strong work ethic
  • Passionate about hospitality and contributing to a positive team culture
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, continuously bend, reach and twist
  • Must be at least 18 years old

Skills

  • Knife skills
  • Chopping
  • Dicing
  • Slicing
  • Boiling
  • Broiling
  • Roasting
  • Sauteing
  • Frying
  • Grilling
  • Food preparation
  • Food handling
  • Food safety
  • Cross contamination prevention
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Part-time

Education Level

  • No cost GED or Associate Degree programs

Salary/Compensations

  • $17.00 - $20.25 / Hour

Benefits

  • Steady Hours, Flexible Life
  • High-volume restaurant with consistent hours
  • Flexible scheduling with full-time or part-time opportunities
  • Faster Pay – access up to 50% of your earned wages the next day
  • Free shift meals
  • 25% discount when dining with friends and family
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage options
  • Medical coverage starting as low as $12 per pay period
  • Virtual Care and no cost online mental health services
  • World class training designed to support your personal and professional growth
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Perks and discounts including cell phone, gym, movie, and theme park savings
  • Employee recognition and appreciation awards
  • HELP Fund (Hardship and Emergency Lifeline Program)
  • Opportunities to give back through community and charity events

About the Company

  • Inspired by Italian trattorias, French bistros and the grand cafes and pastry shops of Vienna, we’re known for our in-house bakery, upscale casual hospitality and fresh-from-scratch menu, but we’re most proud of being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list since 2014. With 47,500 staff members across more than 300 restaurants – including The Cheesecake Factory, North Italia, Grand Lux Cafe and Fox Restaurant concepts – our people-centered culture offers something for everyone.

Equal Opportunity

  • We are an equal opportunity employer.
  • We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all.
  • We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas, perspectives, and experiences and encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
  • Grand Lux Cafe offers reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities.