Prep Cook

Summary of the Position: Join the culinary team at Meridian Restaurant and Bar inside the Headlands Coastal Lodge and Spa, a luxury retreat catering to adventure-seekers and the active Pacific NW lifestyle. We are a medium sized restaurant, focused on producing a fine dining experience with all the warmth and genuineness that Oregon is famous for. Our Prep Pantry Cooks have a passion for preparing the highest quality food and creating memorable dining experiences through world-class service and exceptional cuisine. We change menus frequently to highlight seasonal availability and offer a tasting menu. We strive to deliver exceptional culinary coastal experiences and are looking for someone who shares that same passion.

Key Accountabilities:

• Complies with all portion sizes, quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures.
• Identifies and selects cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game, fruits, or vegetables used for food productions.
• Prepares foods by peeling, paring, coring, portioning, washing, sectioning, zesting, cutting, or scoring, slicing, breading, marinating, seasoning, etc.
• Prepares garnish for all food plates and platters.
• Prepares salad dressings, sauces, stocks, dips, etc.
• Fry, sauté, broil, bake, steam, etc, all foods to preparation standards.
• Maintains a sanitary workstation.
• Selects and uses knives, hand tools, utensils, and equipment to portion, cut slice, dip, score, julienne, whip, beat, maintain hold temperature, chill, freeze, or otherwise produce food in the kitchen.
• Maintains a positive attitude and the flexibility to take on new and different tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• At least 6 months of experience as a prep cook in a fine dining restaurant or similar environment.
• Excellent knowledge of cooking techniques and equipment, with a focus on high-quality ingredients and presentation
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work quickly and efficiently during busy periods.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, communicating effectively with other kitchen staff and management.
• Familiarity with health and safety standards and regulations
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; culinary school degree preferred.
• Oregon Food Handlers Permit Required

Compensation details: 16-18 Hourly Wage

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