About the role
Pay: $22.00 to $23.00 per hour
Description
The Prep Cook supports daily kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and ensuring production needs are met efficiently. This role is essential to delivering consistent, high-quality food offerings while contributing to a collaborative and well-organized kitchen environment.
Compensation for this position is $22-$23/hour (=$19-20/hr base rate + $3/hr in share of tips & fees).
This is a full-time, year-round position averaging 30 to 40 hours per week, scheduled Fridays through Tuesdays beginning at 7AM. Part-time applicants will also be considered.
Job Responsibilities
Assist in the creation of food offerings
Accept deliveries, slices and portions out appropriately in support of production schedules
Pull ingredients such as spreads, meats, cheeses, and breads for pre made sandwich preparation and assure that items are properly stored
Prepare smoothie ingredients, time permitting
Prepare seasonings
Perform assigned cleaning duties, typically scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly
Follow all health codes and maintains exceptional sanitation standards
Report all equipment and maintenance problems to the Head Baker, Assistant Baker, and Operations Director
Slice and portion out product appropriately in support of production schedules
Cook eggs and prepare products such as caramelized onions, wash and prepare produce.
Prepare overnight oats and parfaits for following day
Assist bakers, time permitting
Communicate ingredient inventory needs
Restock prep cooler & dry storage daily
Requirements
Expectations
Start work by 7AM on scheduled work days; work Friday-Tuesdays
Both weekend days required
Work primarily in one location (Waterbury) but have availability and reliable transportation to work in the other location as needed
Follow processes and procedures recorded in Employee Handbook
Take direction from managers and assist where needed
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Report to work in proper uniform, abiding by the dress code:
Black Cap T-Shirt
Hair pulled back and covered with a hat, headband, or bandana
Closed-toed shoes
Pants (no sweatpants)
Hands must be free of jewelry and nail polish
Nails must be kept short and clean
Physical Job Requirements
Must be able to lift 50 lbs up and down the stairs multiple times per day
Must be able to lift 50 lbs off the ground from a squatting position
Must be able to frequently squat, bend at the waist, and twist from the waist while carrying heavy, large objects up to 50 lbs
Must be able to stand on your feet for up to 8 hours at a time
Required Skills & Experience
ServeSafe Food Handler Safety Certification will be provided by Black Cap after hire
Must have strong skills in: Communication, attention to detail/consistency, sense of urgency, prioritization, professionalism, adaptability
Must be timely and attentive to work
Must have a growth mindset and respond constructively to feedback
Black Out Dates
It is important for all employees to be available during peak holiday times. All employees will be expected to work:
Foliage season (September 20th- October 20th)
December holiday season (December 26th – January 2nd)
Presidents’ Day week
Martin Luther King weekend
Various summer holidays/events as deemed necessary by management
What We Offer
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick time
Health and vision insurance options for full-time employees
Invest EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for employees and household members
Paid breaks and shift meal
Free coffee drinks during shifts
Employee discounts on food, beverages, and Black Cap merchandise
Holiday pay on select holidays
Paid bereavement leave
Paid childbirth recovery leave for full-time employees after one year of employment