Prep Cook

We are seeking to hire experienced, talented Prep Cooks to join the Spago Beverly Hills team. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, is passionate about the food and beverage industry and enjoys working with people.

The Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group has established our restaurants with the objectives of providing a unique cuisine paired with a special ambience in order to create a memorable fine dining experience for our guests. Our restaurants are part of our continuous effort to offer superlative quality and the highest level of gracious and courteous guest service. To perform successfully, our employees must not only have the qualifications and abilities to perform each of the essential functions of the position, but also must continually strive to meet or surpass The Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group's objectives and exacting standards.

Job Summary: The Prep Cook will be assisting in the preparation of various dishes in the kitchen. They will perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients efficiently within the established “Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group” standards in every aspect

Essential Job Functions:

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
Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food 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
Food preparation of meats/poultry/game/fish, vegetables, and fruits, to include:
Washing, peeling, cutting and seeding vegetables and fruits;

Weighing and measuring ingredients;

Methods of combination: stirring, mixing, whipping, breading, etc.;

Cooking: steaming, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, braising, boiling, poaching, broiling

Lifting and moving equipment to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator
Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Required Experience:

Minimum 2 years kitchen preparation and experience;(or) equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
Must be able to perform in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Conversational English vocabulary
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carryout detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Strong team-minded approach to fellow-workers.
Primary food quality work ethic
Proficient knife skills and use of following equipment:
Pasta Maker
Tilting Steam Kettle
Tilting Braising Skillet
Pressureless Steamer
Deep Fryer
Mobile, Rotary and Convection Ovens
Griddles
Burners
Salamander
Buffalo Chopper
Electric Mixers
Electric Slicers
Scales
Wok

Wolfgang Puck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

We are seeking to hire experienced, talented Prep Cooks to join the Spago Beverly Hills team. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, is passionate about the food and beverage industry and enjoys working with people.

The Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group has established our restaurants with the objectives of providing a unique cuisine paired with a special ambience in order to create a memorable fine dining experience for our guests. Our restaurants are part of our continuous effort to offer superlative quality and the highest level of gracious and courteous guest service. To perform successfully, our employees must not only have the qualifications and abilities to perform each of the essential functions of the position, but also must continually strive to meet or surpass The Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group's objectives and exacting standards.

Job Summary: The Prep Cook will be assisting in the preparation of various dishes in the kitchen. They will perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients efficiently within the established “Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group” standards in every aspect

Essential Job Functions:

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
Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food 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
Food preparation of meats/poultry/game/fish, vegetables, and fruits, to include:
Washing, peeling, cutting and seeding vegetables and fruits;

Weighing and measuring ingredients;

Methods of combination: stirring, mixing, whipping, breading, etc.;

Cooking: steaming, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, braising, boiling, poaching, broiling

Lifting and moving equipment to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator
Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Required Experience:

Minimum 2 years kitchen preparation and experience;(or) equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
Must be able to perform in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Conversational English vocabulary
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carryout detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Strong team-minded approach to fellow-workers.
Primary food quality work ethic
Proficient knife skills and use of following equipment:
Pasta Maker
Tilting Steam Kettle
Tilting Braising Skillet
Pressureless Steamer
Deep Fryer
Mobile, Rotary and Convection Ovens
Griddles
Burners
Salamander
Buffalo Chopper
Electric Mixers
Electric Slicers
Scales
Wok

Wolfgang Puck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.