Prep Cook - City Winery
Philadelphia, PA
About the Job
Wine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award-winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that - we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life.
Who are you?
You're a rockstar with a passion for music, a love of wine, and a deep respect for hospitality. You know how to connect with people, but you're not just a people pleaser - you thrive under pressure and love making quick decisions that impact the business and culture. You know you have more to learn and are always looking for ways to grow, both personally and professionally. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to be a part of something bigger, you want to join a brand and culture that not only makes a difference, but also helps others INDULGE THEIR SENSES.
Who are we?
City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world-class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of top-notch events & experiences.
Why us?
Competitive pay plus generous benefits. An atmosphere of learning, development & enrichment opportunities. A career trajectory within a growing company with abundant opportunities for advancement. A fun team of passionate individuals who share your love of hospitality and the opportunity to provide guests with unforgettable nights filled with music & wine.
Position Summary
Prep cooks are responsible for the preparation of food items. This includes
chopping vegetables, breaking down, cutting or grinding meat, weighing and
mixing ingredients, washing and preparing vegetables, storing food, and other
duties as per business need.
Minimum Qualifications
● Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Prep Cook in full-service, high-volume, fast
paced kitchen or food service environment
● Strong work ethic, team player, and customer-focused approach
● Strong knife skills and food handling experience
● Working knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and sanitation
standards
● Ability to follow and execute recipes to designated specifications
● Ability to take direction
● Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a
high-pressure environment.
● Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
● Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to
build positive relationships with people in the scope of employment
● Aptitude to resolve problems
● Polished presentation
● Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
● Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and
holidays
● Ability to perform physical requirements of the role including
standing/walking for entirety of shift, bending, pulling, pushing, using
stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
Overview of Responsibilities
● Gather and prepare a variety of food items for kitchen service in an
accurate and timely manner
● Wash, slice, peel, measure, mix, and prepare food items based on guidelines
and recipe standards
● Perform work in different prep stations as per business demands.
● Operate a variety of kitchen equipment in safe manner
● Weigh and portion product to meet recipe standards
● Store, label, and date items according to proper practices
● Clean and sanitize all work stations, areas, and equipment
● Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and
equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards
● Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as
needed
● Ensure food is stored away properly when not in use
● Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and
food presentation
● Ensure all products and prepared items are labeled, dated, initialed,
covered, and rotated following FIFO
● Exhibit mindfulness of volume due to open kitchen setting
● Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready
to work at scheduled shift time, in uniform, with neat and presentable
appearance.
● Perform all other reasonably assigned duties
Perks & Benefits! Comped concerts and dining experiences,
employee merchandise and meal discounts, FREE family meal, 401K Retirement
Plan, Volunteer Opportunities, Flexible Spending Accounts including pre-tax
commuter benefits and parking, & more depending on position and other
Company eligibility requirements.
Who are you?
You're a rockstar with a passion for music, a love of wine, and a deep respect for hospitality. You know how to connect with people, but you're not just a people pleaser - you thrive under pressure and love making quick decisions that impact the business and culture. You know you have more to learn and are always looking for ways to grow, both personally and professionally. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to be a part of something bigger, you want to join a brand and culture that not only makes a difference, but also helps others INDULGE THEIR SENSES.
Who are we?
City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world-class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of top-notch events & experiences.
Why us?
Competitive pay plus generous benefits. An atmosphere of learning, development & enrichment opportunities. A career trajectory within a growing company with abundant opportunities for advancement. A fun team of passionate individuals who share your love of hospitality and the opportunity to provide guests with unforgettable nights filled with music & wine.
Position Summary
Prep cooks are responsible for the preparation of food items. This includes
chopping vegetables, breaking down, cutting or grinding meat, weighing and
mixing ingredients, washing and preparing vegetables, storing food, and other
duties as per business need.
Minimum Qualifications
● Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Prep Cook in full-service, high-volume, fast
paced kitchen or food service environment
● Strong work ethic, team player, and customer-focused approach
● Strong knife skills and food handling experience
● Working knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and sanitation
standards
● Ability to follow and execute recipes to designated specifications
● Ability to take direction
● Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a
high-pressure environment.
● Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
● Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to
build positive relationships with people in the scope of employment
● Aptitude to resolve problems
● Polished presentation
● Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
● Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and
holidays
● Ability to perform physical requirements of the role including
standing/walking for entirety of shift, bending, pulling, pushing, using
stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
Overview of Responsibilities
● Gather and prepare a variety of food items for kitchen service in an
accurate and timely manner
● Wash, slice, peel, measure, mix, and prepare food items based on guidelines
and recipe standards
● Perform work in different prep stations as per business demands.
● Operate a variety of kitchen equipment in safe manner
● Weigh and portion product to meet recipe standards
● Store, label, and date items according to proper practices
● Clean and sanitize all work stations, areas, and equipment
● Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and
equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards
● Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as
needed
● Ensure food is stored away properly when not in use
● Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and
food presentation
● Ensure all products and prepared items are labeled, dated, initialed,
covered, and rotated following FIFO
● Exhibit mindfulness of volume due to open kitchen setting
● Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready
to work at scheduled shift time, in uniform, with neat and presentable
appearance.
● Perform all other reasonably assigned duties
Perks & Benefits! Comped concerts and dining experiences,
employee merchandise and meal discounts, FREE family meal, 401K Retirement
Plan, Volunteer Opportunities, Flexible Spending Accounts including pre-tax
commuter benefits and parking, & more depending on position and other
Company eligibility requirements.
Source : City Winery
