Food Prep Associate

Company Overview:

Chili's is dedicated to providing memorable dining experiences through a variety of signature dishes, including Big Mouth burgers, sizzling fajitas, and handcrafted beverages. Culinary team members are central to ensuring kitchen efficiency, food quality, and excellent customer service. The company fosters teamwork, professional growth, and a supportive work environment.

Job Summary:

The Food Prep Associate is responsible for preparing a variety of cooked meals while maintaining exceptional service standards for customers and team members. Proficiency in multiple cooking stations, including grilling, frying, egg preparation, and pantry tasks, is required. Effective communication about order timings, potential delays, and kitchen-related matters with managers and servers is essential. The role also involves upholding cleanliness, following food safety guidelines, and supporting kitchen efficiency. This is a non-exempt position reporting to management.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Prepare a diverse range of dishes including soups, proteins, vegetables, and desserts, following exact recipes, seasoning, baking, tasting, slicing, and presentation instructions
• Maintain consistency and high-quality standards through food sampling, adherence to standardized menus, and accurate forecasting of required food quantities
• Document production operations and procure necessary culinary supplies and kitchen equipment
• Follow strict HACCP food safety and sanitation protocols to ensure a clean and hygienic workspace
• Operate kitchen machinery such as slicers, blenders, grills, deep fryers, and ovens
• Accurately measure, blend, cleanse, peel, dice, and slice ingredients for meal preparation
• Monitor inventory, categorize items by expiration dates, and rotate stock to maintain freshness and quality
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and efficient service
• Lift and transport items up to 40 pounds, and perform tasks involving bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods
• Maintain proper hygiene and safety practices, including frequent handwashing and use of cleaning agents

Necessary Qualifications and Competencies:

• Experience in food handling and knowledge of HACCP regulations
• Minimum of one year of relevant cooking experience, preferably in a fast-paced casual dining environment
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques, including soup preparation, sautéing, broiling, frying, and pantry management
• Ability to understand, follow, and communicate instructions, protocols, and menu selections effectively

About Chili's:

Chili's is committed to delivering high-quality dining experiences while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented workplace. The company values teamwork, professional development, and diversity, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to explore career opportunities.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Chili’s hire for casual dining service models?

A) Yes, roles support sit-down casual dining service.

Q) Are menu knowledge assessments part of training?

A) Yes, employees must learn extensive menu details.

Q) Are bar and dining roles distinct?

A) Yes, bartenders and servers have separate responsibilities.

Q) Are closing duties part of many roles?

A) Yes, staff may handle end-of-day cleaning and prep.

Q) Does Chili’s operate under corporate standards?

A) Yes, procedures are standardized across locations.