Job DescriptionTao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
- Life and Disability Insurance Plans
- Ancillary Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
- Pet Insurance
- TAO Marketplace
- Employee Discounts
- Time off and much more!
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for providing a supportive role to the heart-of-house in the preparation of meals, hot and cold, and the ingredients ensuring quality, consistency, and production of all food items. Interacts with fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous and to ensure gracious hospitality. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: § Anticipate and accommodate the needs of all team members. § Handles all food items by washing, chopping, and cutting according to recipe specifications. § Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station, the kitchen, and the entire venue. § Labels and stores all product following FIFO and company standards. § Required to check production lists and assignments. § Follow supervisor's instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player. § Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to produce them to company standard. § Possesses general knowledge of the venue. § Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards. § Communicates product needs to the chefs, sous chefs, and the support staff. § Properly sets-up prep station and performs other opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including: o Stocks station with prescribed supplies. o Wipes down and sanitizes station. o Performs opening side-work as prescribed. o Performs closing side-work as prescribed. § Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management. § Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable). § Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings. § Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example. § Portrays a positive and professional attitude. § Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments. § Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members. § Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: § Previous culinary experience preferred. § Experience as a prep and/or line cook in a high-volume culinary operation preferred. EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE: § Previous culinary experience preferred. SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions § Ability to write and verbally communicate § Must be able to move quickly § Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs. § Must be able to stand for extended periods of time § Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume § Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment § Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials § Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment § May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required § Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards § Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner § Ability to maintain confidentiality § Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment I have read the qualifications and requirements of the position of Prep Cook. To the best of my knowledge, I believe that I can perform these duties.
