Cook/Prep Cook

Emissary • Full-time • Washington, DC, US • $19 - $23 / hour • 2w ago

At Emissary, team members make all our dishes with a deep commitment to creativity, quality and craftsmanship. They are passionate about food and hospitality, and work together as a team to prepare dishes in accordance with Emissary guidelines to ensure the highest quality while adhering to specific recipe and sanitation standards. We expect our team members to:

Help where needed and work as part of a team
Possess a passion for cooking with the highest standards
Possess a keen eye for freshness, quality and cleanliness
Embody Emissary’s core values and help deliver on its mission
Have flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, holidays, & afternoons/evenings

Our Perks and Benefits:

Competitive Pay
Vacation Time (after 1 year of full-time service)
Flexible schedule with no late nights
Free drinks and meals
Potential for growth

Summary of Cook/Prep Cooks’ Primary Responsibilities

Follow prep lists created by kitchen manager.
Label and stock all cooking ingredients
Complete all tasks, in order, on the prep list from the kitchen manager
Washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and meats
Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients
Adhere to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards
Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to order resupply
Learn about the cooking methods and techniques employed in the kitchen
Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible
Supervising food and cooling room temperatures
Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen
Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise
Other related assignments as necessary.
Execute techniques under the direction of the kitchen manager
Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality, and presentation standards
Prepare ingredients by portioning, chopping, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment
Ensure the correctness of the temperature of appliances and food
Actively set up and break down workstation and prepare for an upcoming shift
Wash and disinfect kitchen, tables, tools, knives, and equipment
Follow all company safety and security policies and procedures
Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards
Assisting in preparing food and attending to any additional tasks

Essential Functions/Working Conditions for all Positions

Strong communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to grasp and reach overhead
Must be able to lift, move, and carry 50+lbs
Must be able to work 8+ hours a day on feet

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

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