Prep Cook Job Summary
We are looking for a dependable, hardworking Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. This position plays a vital role in keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and running efficiently while assisting with food preparation. The ideal candidate is a team player with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn. Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not required—we are willing to train the right person.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients before meal service, including washing, chopping, portioning, and organizing food items.
- Assist cooks with basic food preparation while following recipes, specifications, and kitchen standards.
- Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment promptly and efficiently.
- Return clean dishes and equipment to their proper storage locations.
- Keep workstations, prep areas, dishwashing areas, and kitchen equipment clean and sanitized throughout each shift.
- Assist with receiving, stocking, rotating, and organizing inventory using proper food safety procedures.
- Maintain refrigeration, freezer, and dry storage areas to ensure proper product handling and rotation.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
- Properly label, date, store, and cover food products.
- Empty trash and recycling, clean floors, and assist with general kitchen cleaning duties.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while supporting the entire kitchen team.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management to support kitchen operations.
Qualifications
- Previous restaurant or kitchen experience is preferred but not required.
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- ServSafe® certification, or the ability to obtain certification, is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Ability to read and follow written or verbal instructions.
- Basic math skills are helpful.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in environments with hot equipment, cold storage areas, wet floors, and moderate exposure to grease and kitchen machinery.
The responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general nature of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Employees may be asked to perform additional tasks as business needs require. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workplace.
Work schedule
- Weekend availability