Columbia Fireflies
Prep Cook / Kitchen Lead - PART TIME SEASONAL
Columbia Fireflies - Part Time
Columbia · SC
Chef/Cook · Food/Beverage Management
0
1
month ago
Pay: $13 - $14 per hour
Job description:
Job Summary: The employee will prepare meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed by senior culinary staff, may cook, and may be responsible for orchestrating the day-to-day flow of the kitchen. *Job duties may vary depending on the role.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef, or food and beverage management staff.
- Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
- Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
- Prepares simple dishes such as popcorn or salads or other prep needed for event
- Prepares and cooks dishes monitoring consistency presentation and taste.
- Direct and supervise the daily activities of line cooks, prep cooks, and dishwashers, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and to standard.
- Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
- Manage kitchen inventory levels, conduct regular stock counts, and place orders for food and supplies to prevent shortages and control costs.
- Train new and existing kitchen staff on station responsibilities, standardized recipes, plating guidelines, and proper equipment usage.
- Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order, troubleshooting minor issues and coordinating professional repairs as necessary.
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-morale work environment where teamwork and professional growth are encouraged.
- Act as the primary point of contact in the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef or Food and Beverage Management team, confidently making decisions to ensure a smooth service.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Required Skills/Abilities:
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
- Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
Education and Experience:
- High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.
- Prior related experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
- Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to work late nights and unpredictable hours.
- Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Columbia, SC 29201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
