Back of House Prep Team Member Smiling With Hope Pizza Reno, NV Job Details Part-time From $12 an hour 9 hours ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Pre-cooking preparation Food service health code compliance Interpersonal skills English High school diploma or GED Attention to detail Food preparation Food Handler Certification Time management Communication with kitchen staff Full Job Description At Smiling with Hope Pizza, in Reno, NV, our goal is to create a friendly, family-style environment and culture. We are a take-out and dine-in pizzeria with hours that include lunch and dinner six (6) days per week. All positions are part-time, but additional hours are available for interested staff. Must be a committed, flexible, communicative team player with excellent time management skills and be able to prioritize tasks in a busy setting while adhering to all food safety regulations and procedures. We are looking for staff who enjoy working as part of a team in a family-style pizzeria and prepare high-quality pizzas with customer service a top priority Duties may include but not limited to:

• Preparing and making pizza dough, vegetable and lettuce prep for salads and pizza toppings
• Mixing and portioning sausage, and other menu items following Smiling with Hope Pizza's high-quality standards.
• Restocking ingredients to be ready for service, ensuring food safety practices are enforced
• Cleaning and sanitizing dishes, utensils, equipment, and work areas.
• Organizing and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.
• Supporting the team and performing other duties as assigned by the manager. Responsibilities
• Food prep, cooking, and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering food for guests.
• A working knowledge of all ingredients and preparation used on the menu
• Getting workstations in order prior to the opening of the restaurant each day and continuing to do so throughout the day
• Cleaning workstations throughout the day/night and prior to the closing of the restaurant
• Completing all tasks, in order, that is on the prep list provided by the Sous Chef/Chef
• Labeling and stocking all ingredients on easily accessible shelves
• Following the recipes as taught by the manager
• Proper knife-handling skills, use of all kitchen equipment
• Washing, chopping, and sorting ingredients
• Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients
• Mixing sauces, salad dressings, pizza dough, and starting the first steps in various dishes
• Adhering to all sanitary regulations and standards
• Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating with the other kitchen and management staff to order and re-supply
• Maintain a calm and professional demeanor while taking directions from the Sous Chef/Chef
• Demonstrate an eagerness to learn and to teach other newer prep cooks

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience working as a Prep Cook in a full-service restaurant
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to stay calm and positive under pressure
• Must be able to work independently, self-directed with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly with other Cooks, Chefs, Managers, and Team Members
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time
• A valid food handler's card preferred.
• Must be flexible as schedule may vary between early mornings, evenings and weekends

Pay:

From $12.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Food preparation: 1 year (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Reno, NV 89511 (Required)

Work Location:

In person