Prep Cook
Happier
Corona
06.2025 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
- Discarded spoiled food items immediately following established procedures.
- Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
- Checked freshness of food and ingredients prior to use.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
- Maintained records of daily food usage in accordance with health regulations.
- Inspected finished dishes for quality assurance purposes.
- Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
- Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
- Operated grills, ovens and other kitchen equipment as required for meal preparation.
- Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
- Dressed, seasoned and garnished appetizers and salads to prepare for food service.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and taking out trash.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
- Communicated effectively with fellow staff members regarding meal preparations.
- Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling sharp knives or operating machinery.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared correctly by tasting them before serving.
- Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
- Followed recipes to prepare meals according to customer specifications.