Communication Skills, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Food Delivery, Food Flavor, Food Quality, Food Safety, Ingredient Preparation, Organizational Skills, Safety Training, Team Player, Vision Plan
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
POSTED
2 days ago
Prep Cook (Preparador) - Join the Felipe's Kitchen Team!
Full-Time | Fast Hiring | Great Benefits | Growth Opportunities
Why You'll Love Working at Felipe's
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) with Company Match (up to 4%)
Supportive, Team-Oriented Kitchen Environment
Opportunities to Grow into Cook Roles
If you enjoy working with fresh ingredients, staying organized, and being part of a fast-paced kitchen team, Felipe's is the place to grow your skills.
About the Role
The Prep Cook (Preparador) is essential to our scratch kitchen. You'll prepare fresh ingredients and keep our coolers stocked so the kitchen can run efficiently and deliver high-quality food to our guests.
You'll work closely with Cocineros (Cooks), Kitchen Leads, and the Manager on Duty to ensure everything is prepped correctly and ready for service.
What You'll Do
Accurately prepare all recipes according to Felipe's standards
Follow prep lists and complete tasks in the correct order
Measure and portion ingredients correctly
Taste food to ensure quality and consistency
Set up and stock cold lines with fresh product
Assist Cocineros in keeping the line stocked during service
Unload, rotate, and organize deliveries
Follow all food safety and knife safety procedures
Maintain a clean, organized prep kitchen and refrigerators
Assist with cleaning, dishwashing, and trash as needed
Properly care for kitchen equipment and report issues
What We're Looking For
Passion for food and working in a kitchen
Strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to work quickly and efficiently
Team-first attitude and good communication
Willingness to learn and grow
Knowledge of food safety (training provided)
Why Felipe's
For over 19 years, Felipe's has served scratch-made, small-batch Mexican food and hand-squeezed Key Lime Margaritas across New Orleans and Southwest Florida. We're built on strong teams, fresh food, and real growth opportunities.
Ready to build your kitchen skills and grow your career? Apply today and join the Felipe's team!