Prep cook

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**Job Title: Prep Cook**

**Location: Margaritas**

**Job Summary:** Margaritas is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented

Prep Cook to support our culinary team. The Prep Cook will be

instrumental in preparing ingredients and components of dishes to

streamline cooking and service. This role requires someone who can

maintain high standards of cleanliness and efficiency under the guidance

of our senior kitchen staff.

**Key Responsibilities:**

Prepare cooking ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting

meat, and other meal prep.

Set up workstations and ingredients so that food can be prepared

according to recipes.

Follow the guidance of the executive or head chef and have items ready

for cooking or serving.

Use various kitchen equipment such as knives, blenders, mixers, and

cookers.

Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing

surfaces, and taking out trash.

Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.

Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.

Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.

**Skills and Qualifications:**

Proven experience as a 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.

High school diploma or equivalent is desirable; Training from a culinary

school will be an asset.

**Physical Requirements:**

Ability to stand for extended periods.

Ability to reach, bend, and stoop.

Ability to frequently lift heavy and potentially hazardous materials,

including but not limited to, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.

Ability to work in a hot, humid environment for long periods.

**Benefits:**

Competitive hourly wage.

Opportunities for advancement in the kitchen.

Discounts on meals.