Responsibilities Make cold appetizers, including salads, vegetable and meat roll-ups and bruschettas Garnish dishes with spices, nuts, fruit and vegetables Prepare vinaigrettes, dips and herb-infused oils Perform meal-prep activities before guests arrive (like chopping vegetables, cutting fish and meat and washing fruits) Store ingredients to keep them fresh and reduce food wastage Check food plating, temperature and portions for all cold dishes Sterilize kitchen equipment at the end of your shift Monitor stock and place orders, as needed Recommend modern recipes to renew our menu and add nutritious, creative cold dishes Maintain a clean station at all times Requirements and skills Work experience as a Pantry Cook, Prep Cook or similar role Hands-on experience with professional kitchen equipment Good knowledge of food plating techniques Understanding of health and safety rules in a kitchen Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Team spirit Availability to work in shifts, including evenings and weekends A degree from a culinary school is a plus
