Job Summary
We are seeking skilled and detail-oriented Bakery and Kitchen Prep Cook with experience working in a fast-paced fine dining environment. Responsible for preparing and handling fresh doughs, shaping and baking breads while maintaining consistent quality and presentation standards. Experienced in preparing appetizers and supporting the culinary team with food preparation and back-line kitchen operations. Works closely with chefs and other kitchen team members to ensure smooth service, proper organization, and timely execution of menu items. Maintains high standards of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness, and product quality while contributing to an efficient and professional kitchen environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, portion, shape, proof, and bake a variety of fresh breads and dough-based products according to restaurant recipes and standards.
- Prepare and plate appetizers while following fine-dining presentation and quality standards.
- Assist chefs and kitchen team members with food preparation and back-line operations during service.
- Ensure all ingredients and prep items are properly measured, portioned, labeled, dated, and stored.
- Set up and maintain bakery and kitchen prep stations before and throughout service.
- Follow recipes, portion specifications, and plating guidelines to maintain consistency.
- Coordinate with other kitchen stations to ensure orders are prepared accurately and on time.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety throughout the kitchen.
- Follow FIFO procedures and monitor ingredient freshness, quality, and inventory levels.
- Clean and sanitize workstations, utensils, equipment, ovens, mixers, and preparation areas.
- Communicate effectively with chefs and team members to maintain smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a bakery, professional kitchen, or fine-dining restaurant is preferred.
- Strong knife skills and ability to safely operate bakery and commercial kitchen equipment.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, proper food storage, and FIFO procedures.
- Strong attention to detail, consistency, presentation, and product quality.
- Ability to follow recipes, measurements, portion specifications, and chef instructions accurately.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to support multiple kitchen stations.
- Reliable, punctual, organized, and able to manage multiple preparation tasks.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift and move kitchen supplies and ingredients.
- Food Handler Certification is preferred.
- Flexible availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and early-morning preparation shifts as required.
Join us to craft delightful baked goods that bring joy to our customers! Your creativity, dedication, and love for baking will make a meaningful difference every day.
Pay: $17.60-$19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
