Prep Cook

The Stars Prep Cook is an individual who assists the BOH staff in preparing food, maintains a safe
and clean food environment and takes on other culinary tasks as delegated. The ideal Stars Prep
Cook candidate is focused, driven, detail oriented and comfortable working in a kitchen environment.
Responsibilities
● Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner in accordance to recipe,
portion control and presentation specifications
● Assist with cleaning, sanitation, organization and maintenance of kitchen and culinary equipment
● Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment,
and prep areas
● Demonstrate safe and proper use of all kitchen equipment, including knife cutting skills
● Maintain open and effective communication with BOH team and FOH team
● Support other team members and foster a positive work environment
Required Qualifications
● A positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills
● Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
● A passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication
● Strong desire and ability to work on a successful and effective team
● Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is
productive for both you and the team
● Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time
Preferred Qualifications
● 1+ years of experience as a Prep Cook, Commis, Line Cook, or similar role
● 1+ years of experience in any of the above positions in a high volume, upscale restaurant
● Proven ability to train new Prep Cooks in all aspects and responsibilities of the role
● Ability to assist the culinary team in receiving goods for the restaurant
● Ability to assist in managers with daily ordering and monthly inventory
● A proven track record of dependability, a continuous focus on learning and development, and a
history of consistently and successfully fulfilling all role responsibilities
Physical Demands

● The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting
up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending,
and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be
accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
The duties of this position may change from time to time. Stars reserves the right to add or delete
duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Stars or its managers. This job description is intended
to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Stars is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related
medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim
status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic
information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.