The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is Washington's premier special events and conference facility, located on historic Pennsylvania Avenue in the heart of Penn Quarter in Washington DC.
At Trade Center Management Associates we are currently seeking a Part Time Prep Cook to add to our Food & Beverage Department.
Performs assigned duties of hot and cold food preparation, according to approved standardized recipes. Plates food for service, according to established plating/presentation criteria. Ensures that all food served is of the highest quality and that it is ready to be served to the quest at the appropriate time
Job Specifications
1 years hands on experience with quality food production in high volume, upscale, hotel/free standing restaurant with banquet operation
Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
Ability to stand, stoop, bend lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to read and write English
Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
Job Specifics
Prepares cold food items
Sets up and organizes work area with all necessary supplies and equipment
Receives, inspects , rotates all food products to ensure that only fresh, high quality ingredients are used
Prepares and stores raw food products prior to final assembly of hot and cold food items
Adheres to established plating/presentation guidelines for hot and cold food
Adheres to portion control guidelines, minimizes waste
Monitors finished product waiting for server pick up to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service
Ensures that quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner
Follows all Government Food Sanitation Standards are followed at all times
Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surface, washes hands frequently
Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufacturers recommendations
Other duties as assigned
General ITC
Promotes and applies teamwork at all times and supports kitchen management
Ensures that all policies and procedures contained in the ITC employee handbook are adhered to, reporting any infractions to kitchen management in a timely manner
Is polite, friendly, and helpful to all guests, management and fellow employees
Attends all appropriate ITC meetings and training sessions
Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
Executes emergency procedures in accordance with ITC standards
Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
Complies with department uniform and grooming standards
Strives to achieve greater proficiency of every task
Notifies kitchen management whenever leaving appropriate work area
Our office dress code is business attire. NO visible tattoos or facial piercings.
Trade Center Management Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.