Prep Cook

JOB SUMMARY for PREP COOK Execute all back of house duties needed to prepare and package off site catering events and meals for our restaurant per Kitchen Manager's exact specifications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES *Standing for extended periods of time *Lifting 40 pounds or more *Advanced knowledge of and adherence to sanitation standards *Receptive to on-the-job training *Ability to take oral instructions and corrections *Cooking skills to execute daily changing cooking tasks *Knowledge of ingredients & cooking techniques (specifically soul food) *Set up station with all necessary supplies *Cooperation with all other kitchen staff *Answer, report to, and follow Kitchen Manager's instructions *Clean up prep area and take care of any leftover food or ingredients *Stock inventory appropriately *Execute food of high quality and in a timely fashion *Comply with nutritional, sanitation, and safety regulations illustrated by management team *Maintain positive and professional approach to coworkers and clients *Must have clean driving record to be insured on company vehicles *Other responsibilities to include but are not limited to the following: manually washing dishes, sweep & mop floors, clean behind and sanitize all workstations including walls and floor around area worked, taking out trash, answering the phone, plating and packaging carry out meals, operating the point of sale, answering customer questions and other tasks as needed.
We are a small and mighty team and all share job responsibilities, which is critical to our success as a family-owned business.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (not listed in order of importance) *Advanced cooking skills and knowledge of ingredients, cuisines, and cooking methods *Developed palate and tasting skills *Excellent interpreter of oral instruction *Professional communication skills *Professional dress and appearance *ServSafe training (or similar sanitation credentials) *Familiar with industry’s best practices *Accuracy and speed in executing tasks DISTRIBUTION OF JOB RESPONSIBILIES 50% - executing quality food products per Kitchen Manager’s specifications 30% - Waiting on customers and packaging meals to go in the restaurant or on the food truck 10% - general cleaning duties maintaining ServSafe and Northern Kentucky Health Department safety and quality standards for both food produced and facility cleanliness 0% - serving as a buffet attendant at full-service events (example: weddings) 10% deep cleaning duties on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to maintain the best possible facility for food production JOB SUMMARY for EVENT COOK Execute back of house and front of house service duties per executive chef’s exact specifications to provide for our clients’ various needs during off site events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Standing for extended periods of time · Lifting 40 pounds or more · Loading vans for transport of materials to and from event location · Basic cooking skills to execute onsite cooking of food items · Wide knowledge of ingredients · Ability to take oral instructions and corrections · Receptive to on-the-job training · Set up off-site station with all necessary supplies · Cooperation with all other event staff · Answer, report to, and follow captain’s instructions · Clean up station and take care of any left over food or ingredients · Clean surrounding kitchen and event area to a condition better than it was found prior to the event’s start · Execute food of high quality in a timely fashion · Maintain positive and professional approach with coworkers and clients To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (not listed in order of importance) · Basic cooking skills · Professional communication skills · Professional dress and appearance · Ability to troubleshoot and remedy problems in an atypical situation · ServSafe training · ServSafe Alcohol training (preferred) · Familiar with industry’s best practices · Accuracy and speed in executing tasks DISTRIBUTION OF JOB RESPONSIBILIES 70% - executing quality food products and service in an offsite location to adhere to our service agreement and client’s expectations 15% - interacting with client and guests in a friendly, professional manner to represent the company and its mission accurately 5% - loading into and out of offsite location in an organized and orderly fashion to ensure proper food handling standards and best quality of service and product 5% - general cleaning duties maintaining ServSafe and Northern Kentucky Health 5% - loading/unload company vehicle with food products and equipment to ensure proper transportation and execution of offsite event 1% - maintaining industry standard certifications and education to adhere to industry best practices 1% - aiding in receiving stock orders; assessing quality of new product to accept or reject; putting away frozen, fresh, and dry storage product; rotating new product with new product; tidying product shelves; breaking down boxes Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.
00 - $18.
00 per hour Benefits: *Employee Discount *Family meal every shift *Flexible Schedule *Company paid Health Insurance after 90 days *Company paid Life Insurance after 90 days *Company paid Dental Insurance after 90 days *Paid Time Off after one year Schedule: *8-10 Hour Shifts *Tuesday to Friday (Our hours of operation are 6a-9p) *Weekends (Our hours of operation are 6a-9:30pm) Supplemental Pay: *Bonus Pay *Tips Experience: *restaurant or catering: 1 year (Required) License: *Driver's License (Required) Language: *English (Required) Work authorization: *United States (Required) Work Location: *Two locations: AVONDALE 3440 Burnet Ave Cincinnati, OH 45229 MT.
WASHINGTON 2249 Beechmont Ave Cincinnati, OH 45230 This Job Is: *Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma or formal kitchen training *Open to applicants who may have a background.
We are a second chance employer.
Company's website: *sweetsandmeatsbbq.
com Company's Facebook page: *https://www.
facebook.
com/sweetsandmeats Work Remotely: *No Available shifts and compensation: Available shifts all days except Mondays.
Compensation is $15.
00 - $18.
00/hour.
About SWEETS & MEATS BBQ: Sweets and Meats BBQ launched in 2014 in the heart of Mt.
Washington.
We are an award winning BBQ carry-out restaurant, buffet caterer, & operate two BBQ food trucks around the Greater Cincinnati area.
Sweets & Meats is family owned and operated, serving up fresh smoked meats, homemade sides, and desserts using family recipes.
We are a scratch kitchen and use quality meats and locally sourced produce.
In 2019, we were recognized by the U.
S.
Small Business Administration as the Ohio Business of the Year.
We also placed 1st at the Taste of Cincinnati for our smoked rib tips, in the entree category.
We have won several awards, but most recently received the 2022 Readers Choice Award for Top 5 BBQ Restaurant and Top 3 Food Truck in Cincinnati (Cincinnati City Beat Magazine), Best Female Entrepreneur Award (Cincy Chic Magazine), and Best of the East Food Truck (Cincy Magazine).
We are growing rapidly and looking to expand our team.
In 2022, we experienced 30% growth year over year, with 75% of our business generated from catering & events.
Learn more about us at www.
sweetsandmeatsbbq.
com.
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