Prep Cook needed at Crescent City

Crescent City, a renowned restaurant specializing in Southern cuisine with a New Orleans flair, is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. As a prep cook, you will play a vital role in ensuring our culinary operations run smoothly by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean work environment. If you're passionate about food, have a strong work ethic, and want to work in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

-Assist the kitchen team with preparing ingredients for dishes, including washing, chopping, and measuring.

-Follow recipes and kitchen protocols to ensure consistency and quality in food preparation.

-Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and kitchen equipment.

-Properly store and label food items, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

-Assist with basic cooking tasks such as assembling dishes or cooking simple items under supervision.

-Monitor inventory levels and communicate with the kitchen manager when supplies are low.

-Assist in maintaining kitchen hygiene by cleaning up spills, taking out trash, and sanitizing surfaces.

-Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food preparation.

Qualifications:

-Previous experience as a prep cook or in a similar role preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.

-Basic understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.

-Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a high-pressure environment.

-Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team.

-Must adhere to food safety guidelines and maintain a clean workspace.

-Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Requirements:

-Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).

-Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with varying temperatures.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage.

Opportunities for growth within the restaurant.

Flexible scheduling.

Respond to post via Craigslist with cover letter and resume.