Trillium is seeking a Commissary Prep Cook to join our team! In this position, you will be assisting in the preparation of various dishes in the kitchen. You will perform routine kitchen tasks such as setting up workstations and ingredients efficiently within the established standards in every aspect.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Food Production
- Follow the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
- Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible
- Measure ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
- Undertake basic cooking duties such as reducing sauces, parboiling food, etc.
- Food preparation of meats/poultry/game/fish/vegetables/fruits, etc.
- Lifting and moving equipment to and from workstations, stoves, and refrigerators
Food Safety
- Comply with nutritional and sanitation guidelines
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.
- Ensure food and other items are cooked, cooled and stored following food safety guidelines
*Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.
Desired Qualifications & Abilities
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ kitchen preparation experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous prep cook experience in a modern dining restaurant, preferred
- Previous pastry and baking experience in a modern dining restaurant, preferred
- ServSafe Food Handler & ServSafe Mass Allergens within 30 days of the start of employment
- ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
- Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
- Must be able to perform in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
- Strong team-minded approach to fellow workers
- Primary food quality work ethic
- Proficient knife skills and use of equipment
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision benefits with no wait period
- Short & long term disability and life insurance
- 401k plan with generous match with no wait period
- Annual bonus eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Reimbursement Program
- MBTA Pass discount
- Childcare discount
- Trillium Comp Card
- Trillium discounts
- Philanthropy program
- EAP
- Employee Gym
- PPE Reimbursement
To apply, please use the application link provided below.
