Now Hiring: Prep Cooks

Join the 4 Rivers Smokehouse Family!

At 4 Rivers, great food starts with great people. Our Back of House team plays a huge role in creating the food and experiences our guests know and love—and we're looking for dependable, hardworking Prep Cooks to join the team!

What's In It For You?

Benefits of joining the 4R Family include:

• We hire immediately!
• Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it. Work today, get paid today!
• Competitive hourly rate + Tip Pool
• Flexible Schedule & NO LATE NIGHTS
• Telemedicine Coverage
• Medical Coverage — eligible after working full time for 60 days
• Dental & Vision Coverage — available to Full & Part Time Team Members
• Free employee meal every shift + discounts at 4 Rivers
• 401(k) program + company match
• Paid Vacation — eligible after 1 year of full-time employment
• Up to 6 weeks of paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Services
• Career Development through 4R University
• Quarterly Team Building Outings & Yearly Company Celebrations
• Community Serve Days

Part-time team members are eligible for many of the benefits above!

Your Purpose

As a Prep Cook, you are an important part of the team behind every great meal we serve. Your preparation, consistency, and attention to detail help keep the kitchen running smoothly and ensure our guests receive the quality food they expect from 4 Rivers.

You'll follow recipes and prep lists, prepare ingredients, maintain proper food storage and rotation, and help keep your work area clean, organized, and ready for service.

What You'll Do

• Follow 4 Rivers recipes and preparation standards
• Read and complete prep lists accurately and efficiently
• Prepare ingredients and products used throughout the Smokehouse
• Properly label, store, cool, and rotate food using FIFO (First In, First Out) guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation
• Operate and properly clean kitchen equipment, including tilt skillets, ovens, buffalo choppers, and slicers
• Safely use knives and other kitchen equipment
• Maintain knowledge of menu ingredients and proper product storage
• Work efficiently while maintaining our standards for quality and consistency
• Support the kitchen team wherever needed

What You'll Bring to the Table

• Previous cook or food service experience preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and stay organized
• Dependable, adaptable, and team-oriented attitude
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and quality
• A guest-focused mindset and positive attitude

Whether you're an experienced cook or looking for your next opportunity in the kitchen, we'd love to meet you!

Ready to Join the 4R Family?

Our hiring process is simple:

1. Read this job ad

2. Think, "That sounds like me!"

3. Apply!

4. We'll send you a text to schedule an interview

5. Pick a time that works for you

6. Come meet the 4R Family

7. Start making great food and helping us give back to our local communities

8. Bring your friends and earn a referral bonus when they join the team!

Come grow with us!

Just as our Smokehouses and communities continue to grow, we want our team members to grow with us. At 4 Rivers, there are opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and build a career.

At 4 Rivers, all talent is given equal opportunity| Drug Free Workplace | Background Checks Required

4 Rivers Smokehouse began with the launch of the “Barbecue Ministry” in 2004, when John hosted a cookout fundraiser to support a local family whose young daughter was battling cancer. This one event resulted in a passion for supporting local schools, churches, and charitable organizations. After trials, tribulations, and a whole lot of burnt ends, we finally flipped that “Hot Brisket Now” sign on in October of 2009. Within the first hour, a line had formed out the door…and then around the corner.

Salary

$17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Job Type

Full time, Part time