Prep Chef

About the role

Responsible for the basic preparation in a given section in the kitchen. The Prep Chef works closely with the senior cook to ensure efficient food production and maintains hygiene standards.

Key responsibilities

• Cooperates and works together with the senior cook in the production of food in his section.
• Assists the senior cook in performing duties efficiently.
• Collects required food items from the stores and the butchery.
• Prepares mise‑en‑place according to direction given by the section head.
• Follows the rules and regulations of hygiene and sanitation in the kitchen.
• Attends training classes and keeps records of new recipes and cooking procedures.
• Maintains equipment in good, clean conditions and ensures repairs and maintenance are regularly carried out.
• Maintains food cost within the budget by controlling waste without compromising standards.
• Performs any other duties allocated from time to time.
• Maintains the required standard of operational hygiene according to cleaning rotas at all times.
• Ensures awareness of restaurant policies and procedures relating to health, hygiene, and fire safety, and guides direct reports to do the same.
• Familiarises with emergency exits and evacuation procedures.
• Complies with the company's corporate code of conduct.
• Familiarises with company values and models desired behaviours.
• Performs tasks as directed by Management in pursuit of business goals.