Prep Cook Tuscan Cafe - 4.5 Northville, MI Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $18 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Industrial food slicers Kitchen health and safety standards Recipe adherence Industrial fryers Food mixers Equipment safety procedures Dietary aide experience Food service health code compliance Kitchen knives Food portioning Food order assembly Cleaning cooking equipment Food safety sanitizing procedures Plating Assisting food service staff Oven and range use Communication skills Entry level Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description Job Overview Welcome to Tuscan Cafe! We pride ourselves in using top notch ingredients and working with the same high caliber people. If you have some killer knife skills, always wanted to work in a kitchen, or just love baking cakes and pastry-come join us in our kitchen where you get paid to feed your friends and family! •This is what AI says we do- We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. In this vital role, you will assist in preparing high-quality ingredients and dishes that meet our standards for taste, presentation, and safety. Your energetic approach and culinary skills will contribute to a seamless kitchen operation, ensuring timely meal production and exceptional food safety practices. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary expertise while supporting a vibrant food service environment. Duties Prepare ingredients by chopping, slicing, and portioning according to recipes and safety standards Assist in cooking and assembling dishes, ensuring adherence to menu specifications and presentation guidelines Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, ovens, and fryers safely and efficiently Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and equipment to uphold food safety and sanitation standards Support menu planning by preparing ingredients needed for upcoming meals or catering events Follow food handling procedures diligently to prevent cross-contamination and ensure freshness Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate meal preparation and meet service deadlines Skills Prior experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide is highly desirable Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, including slicing, chopping, and cooking methods Familiarity with operating various kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Excellent knife skills with precise slicing techniques Understanding of food safety management practices and compliance with safety standards in production environments Ability to follow recipes accurately while maintaining consistency in meal quality Experience in food service or restaurant settings demonstrating reliability and teamwork skills Knowledge of catering processes and meal preparation for large groups is a plus Effective communication skills to collaborate seamlessly with kitchen staff and other team members Join us as a Prep Cook and bring your culinary passion to life! Your dedication will help create memorable dining experiences while advancing your skills in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person