Pantry/Prep Cook

Park House in Dallas - Highland Park Village is looking for an ambitious Prep Cook to assist in the preparation of dishes in the kitchen. Applicants should be able to to perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients for food preparation. A great candidate will be quick, diligent, and willing to improve on the job. Candidate will need to follow all health and safety rules in the kitchen and also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.Pantry cook will also prepare all meats, seafood, poultry and other foods according to club recipes and standards.

Responsibilities
● Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
● Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
● Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
● Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping
● Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
● Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
● Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
● Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
● Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
● Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Requirements
● Proven experience as prep cook
● Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
● Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
● A team player with good communication skills
● Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
● Very good physical condition and endurance
● High school diploma or equivalent is desirable; Training from a culinary school will be an asset

Park House in Dallas - Highland Park Village is looking for an ambitious Prep Cook to assist in the preparation of dishes in the kitchen. Applicants should be able to to perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients for food preparation. A great candidate will be quick, diligent, and willing to improve on the job. Candidate will need to follow all health and safety rules in the kitchen and also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.Pantry cook will also prepare all meats, seafood, poultry and other foods according to club recipes and standards.

Responsibilities
● Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
● Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
● Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
● Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping
● Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food etc.
● Prepare simple dishes such as salads, entrees etc.
● Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
● Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
● Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
● Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Requirements
● Proven experience as prep cook
● Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
● Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
● A team player with good communication skills
● Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
● Very good physical condition and endurance
● High school diploma or equivalent is desirable; Training from a culinary school will be an asset