Prep Cook

Werner Beef & Brew is a meat market, taproom, and deli featuring Werner Brewing Company craft beer, located near the heart of downtown Tillamook.

PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Prep Cook plays a key role in supporting kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, maintaining organized workstations, and assisting cooks with daily food preparation. This position ensures ingredients are ready and prepared according to recipes and food safety standards, while also handling basic cooking tasks such as soups, salads, and other simple menu items.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Prepare ingredients for daily service, including washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Measure and assemble ingredients according to standardized recipes.
• Set up and stock workstations with necessary supplies and ingredients.
• Assist with basic cooking tasks, including preparing soups, salads, and other simple dishes.
• Follow recipes and product directions for preparing, seasoning, and cooking food items.
• Ensure all food is prepared, handled, and stored in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Properly label and store food to maintain freshness and quality.
• Support kitchen staff during service as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate supply needs to Kitchen Manager or Team Lead.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Qualified candidates will generally have the following education, knowledge, skills, and abilities:

· Must be 18 years of age.

· Valid Food Handler’s card, or the ability to obtain one within the first week of employment.

· Valid OLCC Alcohol Server’s permit, or the ability to obtain one within the first week of employment.

· Basic knowledge of food safety, food service regulations, health regulations and proper sanitation practices.

· Neat and clean appearance.

· Ability to communicate effectively.

· Good interpersonal relationships and ability to work effectively with a team.

· Excellent customer service.

· Excellent mathematical, multitasking, and computer skills.

· Ability to comprehend and follow all company procedures and regulations regarding food handling and sanitation.

· A courteous and efficient approach to handling customer requests, questions, and complaints.

· Comfortable in a busy restaurant environment.

· Ability to work with flexibility in a continuous schedule of day, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Physical Requirements
This job requires frequent physical effort, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, and manipulating objects.

Level and Frequency of Effort:

The typical weight lifted or moved varies:

Less than 1 lb. – occasionally
1 to 5 lbs. – regularly
5 to 25 lbs. – regularly
25 to 60 lbs. – occasionally
More than 60 lbs. – occasionally
Common Work Positions:
Tasks are performed in various positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and bending. Other movements may be required depending on the task.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Continuous mental and/or visual attention; the work is either repetitive or diversified requiring constant alertness to monitor the production process and/or identify defects

ATTENDANCE

Compliance with the general company attendance standards is acceptable.

SAFETY

Compliance with the general company safety standards is required. In addition, this position requires safe operation of heavy machinery.

FLSA STATUS

This position is nonexempt and is eligible for overtime pay.