Meal Prep Cook

Company Overview:

Chili's is a leading casual dining restaurant dedicated to delivering flavorful meals and exceptional service. Our culinary team plays a vital role in maintaining food quality, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. We foster a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment for all team members.

Job Summary:

The Meal Prep Cook is responsible for preparing a variety of cooked meals while maintaining excellent service standards for customers and coworkers. Proficiency in handling multiple cooking stations, including frying, griddling, pantry, and egg preparation, is required. Effective communication with the manager and servers regarding ticket durations, potential delays, and other kitchen-related matters is expected. Additionally, the Cook must uphold hygiene standards, comply with food safety regulations, and contribute to the overall efficiency of kitchen operations. This is a non-exempt role reporting to management.

Essential Functions:

• Follow cooking recipes and product instructions to cook, season, bake, taste, cut, and present dishes including soups, meats, vegetables, and desserts
• Maintain consistency and quality by testing dishes, adhering to standardized menus, and accurately estimating required food quantities
• Document production activities and request necessary kitchen supplies and equipment as needed
• Follow HACCP food safety and sanitation standards to maintain a clean and hygienic workspace
• Operate kitchen equipment such as slicers, blenders, griddles, fryers, and ovens
• Accurately measure, blend, clean, peel, cut, and shred ingredients for meal preparation
• Monitor inventory levels, organize items by expiration date, and rotate stock to maintain freshness and quality
• Lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds and perform tasks requiring bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods
• Follow hygiene and safety practices, including hand immersion in water or cleaning solutions when required

Key Prerequisites and Competencies:

• Previous food preparation experience and a strong understanding of HACCP regulations
• Minimum of one year of comparable kitchen experience, preferably in a fast-paced, casual dining environment
• Knowledge of cooking techniques including soups, sauteing, broiling, frying, and pantry management
• Ability to interpret and implement directives, policies, and menu selections while communicating effectively with team members and customers

About Chili's:

Chili's is committed to providing delicious meals and exceptional dining experiences while maintaining a positive, inclusive, and growth-oriented workplace. We value teamwork, employee development, and diversity, encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to explore career opportunities and contribute to our mission of delivering outstanding guest experiences.

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.