Prep Position- Chicken - Garden Catering
New Haven, CT 06510
About the Job
Knife skills a must
Position Overview:
We take pride in making The Best Nuggets you’ll ever have. In fact, one of our values is “Love the Nugget!” Even the nugget prep person takes on the coveted title of Nugget Ninja once they’ve mastered the process. This role ensures our nuggets are hand-cut, prepared and cooked to perfection everyday.
Responsibilities:
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, adhering to sanitation standards and safety regulations.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, and execute daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep them in good working order.
This role requires an early morning start; shifts are scheduled to begin before dawn to prep the nuggets for the day. The entire daily batch must be done and with the kitchen cleaned up before regular operating hours begin.
Execute nugget prep in accordance with our top secret standard recipe, ensuring consistency and high standards of taste and presentation for every batch.
Handle raw chicken with the utmost care and safety; adhering to proper food handling procedures as well as logging temperatures throughout the cooking process.
Collaborate with BOH team to uphold a positive and productive work environment.
Other tasks not listed above assigned by your manager
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Proven experience as a prep cook or similar role.
- Proficient knowledge of food safety procedures and kitchen equipment.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a team-oriented, fast-paced work environment.
- Attention to detail and dedication to maintaining high culinary standards.
- You have the ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently while twisting, reaching, and bending.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and early mornings.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team where your contributions are valued and recognized, please submit your application. We can't wait to welcome you aboard!
- Click the Apply Now button and complete your applicant profile with your availability.
- Once your application is reviewed, you may be invited to a phone interview with a member of our Talent Team.
- We'll then run a background check and speak to your professional references.
- Then, you may be invited to an in-person interview with the location manager, who will make the final hiring decisions.
- Please show up for your Interview.
We are an equal-opportunity employer.
Garden Catering makes the BEST chicken nuggets you'll ever have. Founded in 1978, our nuggets have been around since Bruce Springsteen blared on vinyl and disco vibes were in full swing.
We’re a quick-serve style restaurant with a full menu of nuggets, wraps, salads and breakfast served all day. Catering is a huge part of our business and in some locations we also offer late night hours. We are a family owned and operated company with 8 locations in CT and NY and more locations on the horizon.
We believe in family first, community impact, and doing whatever it takes to be of-service to our team and of course, to our guests.
