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Production Team Member (Prep Cook)

Job Summary

Production Team Member roles include grill cook and prep cook. As a Production Team Member, you will be responsible for delivering consistent food products according to gusto! guidelines. This position includes food preparation, setup/breakdown of the station, maintaining the highest quality of cleanliness, keeping a safe and sanitary work environment, quick and efficient preparation of menu items. You will also need the ability and willingness to work as a team member in a team environment while keeping an eye on detail and quality.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prep items following company standard recipes
• Chop and slice vegetables
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients
• Wash and prepare food items
• Store, label, and rotate all food items
• Basic knowledge of meal prep procedures utilizing kitchen equipment
• Ensure kitchen and all food areas and food storage areas are clean and meet company and industry regulations standards
• Monitor product freshness and rotate perishable and non-perishable products
• Cook food according to the recipe, quality, and presentation standards
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles
• Organize all items as needed throughout the shift and clean/maintain station while practicing good safety and sanitation skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Prior experience as a Cook, preferably with a focus on grilling.
• Capacity to stand for long hours.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. or more
• Thorough knowledge of food safety guidelines.
• Commitment to the production of high-quality outputs and excellent customer service.  
• Ability to work shifts, over weekends, and on holidays, as required
• Self-starter who completes tasks without excessive supervision
• Must have your own vehicle or have a reliable means of transportation  

Benefits:

• Tip sharing
• Competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Detailed and intentional training
• Team Member food perks
• Access to wages before pay day
• PTO for eligible Team Members
• Health Benefits for eligible Team Members
• ESL Classes (English as Second Language) for eligible Team Members