Prep Cook

ABOUT OUR ROLE

As a Prep Cook , you will work closely with the BOH Team to ensure that all ingredients and meals are prepared in a timely, efficient, and high-quality manner. This role requires strong foundational prep experience, including sauce preparation, butchery, and vegetable fabrication.

You will play a key role in supporting service by executing proper prep techniques, maintaining consistency, and ensuring all dishes meet Trailborn’s culinary standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for culinary excellence, strong knife skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.

Ultimately, you will help us deliver an exceptional dining experience to our guests through precision, preparation, and teamwork.

ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

• Prepare sauces, proteins, vegetables, and other ingredients according to company recipes and scratch-kitchen standards.

• Perform butchery and vegetable fabrication with precision and consistency.

• Execute prep lists efficiently to ensure readiness for service.

• Prepare dishes according to company recipes, portion guidelines, and presentation standards.

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the menu, ingredients, and preparation methods.

• Accurately read, measure, and execute recipes.

• Ensure quality, consistency, and attention to detail in all food prepared.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Follow kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards at all times.

• Communicate effectively with management and team members to coordinate service.

• Assist other team members with cooking and preparation as needed to meet service demands.

• Contribute to a positive, cooperative, and team-oriented work environment.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience with sauce preparation, butchery, and vegetable prep.

• Strong knife skills and understanding of proper culinary techniques.

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Passion for cooking, creativity, and strong attention to detail.

• Commitment to quality, teamwork, and a positive work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Handler’s Certification or equivalent.

• Culinary School completion (preferred).

• Experience in a high-volume restaurant.

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and perform under pressure.

PHYSICAL

REQUIREMENTS

• Stand and walk for extended periods (8–10 hours per shift).

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (pots, pans, boxes of supplies).

• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, and navigate tight spaces.

• Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for detailed prep work.

• Work effectively in a hot, fast-paced environment near ovens and stoves.

• Read recipes and monitor food quality with visual accuracy.

• Communicate clearly with team members.

• Sustain physical stamina for long, high-pressure shifts.

ABOUT OUR

BENEFITS

Company Benefits and Perks

Full Time

Part Time

Seasonal

Medical  (with company contribution)

Eligible

Dental  (with company contribution)

Eligible

Vision  (with company contribution)

Eligible

Paid Time Off

Eligible

401(k)  (with company match)

Eligible

Eligible

Sick Time

Eligible

Eligible

Employee Dining Discounts

Eligible

Eligible

Eligible

Employee Marketplace Discounts

Eligible

Eligible

Eligible

SCHEDULE

Hospitality demands a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as the business requires coverage including seasonality– on any day at any hour, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

PAY RATE

$25 / hour

JOB STATUS

Regular Full Time

FLSA

Non-Exempt

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Trailborn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform us during your application process.

The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The job’s responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time without prior notice. The Company will try to give as much notice as practical when changes are made.