Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Prep Cook / Prep Chef to join our team at a busy outlet food court location. This role is essential to maintaining speed, consistency, and food quality in a high-volume quick-service kitchen. The ideal candidate has prior kitchen prep experience, works efficiently under pressure, and takes pride in cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Wash, chop, slice, marinate, and portion meats and vegetables according to company recipes
Prepare ingredients in advance to support peak service hours
Set up, stock, and break down prep stations daily
Maintain clean and organized prep areas, coolers, and dry storage
Label, date, and rotate food using FIFO methods
Monitor inventory levels and notify management of shortages
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature control guidelines
Assist line staff during rush periods when needed
Complete opening and closing kitchen procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of kitchen prep experience required
Food Handler or ServSafe Certification preferred
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Strong knife skills and knowledge of basic food prep techniques
Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
Availability for weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
Numbers & Facts
Location
Clarksburg, MD
Skills
Cook Dishesunmatched
FIFOunmatched
Food Qualityunmatched
Food Safetyunmatched
Ingredient Preparationunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
SLICE (Simulation Language with Integrated Circuit Emphasis)unmatched
ServSafe Certificationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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