PREP COOK

Job DetailsJob Location: The Beach House Maui - Kihei, HI 96753Salary Range: $27.00 - $30.00 HourlyPOSITION SUMMARY

Provide the highest level of quality and service to our guests in an incredibly friendly atmosphere. Prepare food items to be cooked; maintain sanitation and cleanliness of work areas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Cut, portion, weigh, and measure ingredients in advance to support efficient cooking during service periods.
Read and follow standardized recipes accurately to ensure consistency in flavor, portion, and presentation
Pre-weigh, measure, and package foods according to recipe specifications for later use by line cooks.
Prepare dough, batters, sauces, dressings, and other handcrafted foods according to standardized recipes for later cooking.
Bake or cook specified food items according to recipes for later use by line cooks or in bulk preparation.
Label and store prepared items properly, ensuring accurate dating, rotation, and food safety standards are followed.
Follow allergy safety procedures and confirm recipe ingredients when prepping items flagged as allergen-sensitive.
Keep prep station clean, organized, and stocked throughout the shift; sanitize work surfaces regularly and as directed.
Perform daily and deep-cleaning tasks as assigned, including removing and cleaning mats, sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing trash receptacles.
Sanitize prep area and line trash cans.
Dispose of kitchen waste and recycling throughout the shift; reline trash cans and maintain a clean prep environment.
Exhibit teamwork skills with the culinary team and the rest of the staff.
Assist with receiving, unpacking, labeling, and storing deliveries as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management to support operational needs.
Report for work on time and uphold expectations for attendance, uniform, and professional conduct. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Competitive hourly wages based on position and experience
Wage range is including a $5–$7/hour through our 4% Kitchen Service Charge, distributed to eligible Back of House team members through payroll
Employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance for eligible Kitchen Team Members
Complimentary shift meal every shift
Generous dining discounts at all Handcrafted Restaurants locations on Maui, Oahu & Kaua’i
401(k) and Paid Time Off for eligible team members
Flexible scheduling
Ongoing culinary training, mentorship, and professional development
Opportunities for advancement throughout Handcrafted Restaurants
A supportive, team-first culture built on respect, craftsmanship, and aloha

QualificationsPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

• Safety - Ability to work safely by following all safety policies and procedures.

• Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.

• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, guests, and management to ensure all needs are met.

• Response to Direction - Receive and follow directions from supervisors; follow direction of computer generated tickets.

• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

• Teamwork Abilities - Ability to work together with a team in a positive manner to achieve a common goal.

• Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.

• Neat & Well Groomed - Neat & Well Groomed

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Experience:

No experience required, although preferred.

Certifications & Licenses:

Must take and pass all training tests 90% or higher.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally)

Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

C

Walk

C

Sit

N

Manually Manipulate

C

Reach Outward

C

Reach Above Shoulder

F

Climb

O

Squat or Kneel

O

Bend

F

Grasp

C

Speak

F

11-20 lbs

C

21-50 lbs

F

Push/Pull

13-25 lbs

C

26-40 lbs

F

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)

• Sense of Sound - Hear verbal requests by guests, coworkers, and managers.

• Sense of Smell

• Sense of Taste

• Sense of Touch

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - Non-slip shoes, back belt if lifting over 25 lbs, safety glove when using knife.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Fast paced, high-energy, moderately noisy environment containing multiple personality types, Can become crowded, hot, and can become high-pressure.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.