Prep Cook | PLANTA Queen DC

PLANTA Restaurants • Washington, DC, US • 3w ago

Why You'll Love What You Do At Planta

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance offered for PLANTA employees.
Work/life balance is a priority — annual PTO starts 90 days after date of employment.
No limit on referral bonuses for sending Leadership and Team Members our way, paid after 180 days of successful employment.
50% off delicious plant-powered food at all full-service PLANTA concepts: PLANTA, PLANTA Queen, and PLANTA Cocina.
Exciting career growth & development opportunities as part of an ever-expanding company: new restaurants and new positions are always on the horizon.

PLANTA is building a team of inclusive, strategic, and dynamic individuals that embody a leadership style that promotes equity, productivity, and workplace satisfaction. Our mission is to MAKE AN IMPACT. We achieve this through our dynamic team composed of champions across all realms of the hospitality industry - from creative and marketing to culinary, beverage and beyond creating the ultimate guest experience.

Our love for hospitality extends further than our dedication to creating amazing guest experiences; it’s our duty to develop our team of professionals to become the next industry leaders; it’s our quest to find the finest ingredients; it’s our social responsibility to become a more sustainable organization every day.

What you will find at PLANTA is passion without pretense; a unique group that loves coming to work every day shouts good morning, rolls up their sleeves, and works together to create innovative techniques to redefine hospitality.

PREP COOK

Reporting to the Culinary Leader, the Prep Cook will be responsible for their station from prepping, cleaning, and cooking food as per recipe standards while maintaining a sanitized work area. The successful individual is passionate about the culinary industry and creating memorable dishes for our guests.

What's On Your Plate

Champions the brand’s vision and values and contribute to a culture of positivity and high standards where all employees CHASE perfection in everything they do
Create an environment that is warm, welcoming and filled with positivity for guests and employees
Uphold our standards at all times and treat everyone with courtesy and respect
Remain professional and poised during peak service hours
Prepare station for service, complete mise en place and stock list
Prepare dishes during service in a high paced and detail orientated kitchen
Prepare all assigned menu items in an efficient and consistent manner
Ensure company and kitchen standards are met at all times

Ingredients You'll Bring To The Table

Fully understand and embody PLANTA’s can-do attitude, demonstrating a level of passion and dedication where no task is beneath you.
1 -2 years prep cook experience
Plant-based, vegan or vegetarian experience is an asset
Exude positivity and possess a welcoming and enthusiastic can-do attitude
Exceptional ability to provide the utmost WOW factor experience to our guests.
Excellent communication skills
Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Results-oriented and impeccably organized
Ability to work independently as well as within a team
Strong attention to detail
Have extensive knowledge on cooking temperatures and general food safety regulations
Culinary degree/diploma and/or the equivalent in education and experience is an asset
Full time flexible hours are required (days, nights, weekends, holidays)

At PLANTA we do not tolerate any form of discrimination in the workplace, including during the recruitment stages. As such, all applications are viewed by our diverse recruitment team that uses a holistic and equitable approach. PLANTA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations in accordance with the Americas with Disabilities Act during the application process are available upon request.