Production Prep Cook

The Production Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients sauces stocks marinades vegetables proteins and other kitchen essentials Reporting to the Head Chef and Sous Chef the role focuses on high-volume batch preparation maintaining par levels replenishing stations ensuring portion accuracy minimizing waste and following FIFO and Dubai Municipality ADAFSA food safety standards

Responsibilities

Prepare vegetables proteins sauces stocks marinades and other mise en place in large batches following standard recipes and portion specifications

Monitor stock levels prepare daily prep lists replenish kitchen stations and inform the Sous Chef of shortages

Label date store and rotate ingredients using FIFO maintain accurate wastage records and minimize overproduction

Follow HACCP temperature control cross-contamination prevention and Dubai Municipality ADAFSA food safety requirements

Coordinate with kitchen teams support service during peak periods maintain clean workstations and use equipment safely

Qualifications

High school education, culinary certificate or kitchen training is an advantage. Minimum 2 years experience in prep, production, or commis roles in a high-volume kitchen, Japanese or Asian cuisine experience is a plus. Strong knife skills and ability to prepare large batches accurately and work efficiently under pressure. Knowledge of par levels, prep lists, FIFO, stock rotation, and basic food safety; food handler certification or willingness to obtain one. Basic English communication skills, physically fit, and flexible to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

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