Prep Cook

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Prep Cook, where your enthusiasm for food and dedication to quality will help set the foundation for exceptional dining experiences. In this vital role, you will assist in preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, and supporting the culinary team to deliver delicious, safe, and beautifully presented meals. Your energy and attention to detail will contribute to a lively kitchen atmosphere that values teamwork, safety, and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, slicing using proper knife skills and techniques to ensure consistency and safety.
• Assist in following recipes accurately to maintain menu standards and presentation quality.
• Support food preparation tasks including portioning, assembling dishes, and ensuring timely delivery of ingredients to the cooking stations.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, ovens, and fryers safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness by sanitizing work surfaces, utensils, and equipment regularly in accordance with food safety standards.
• Follow safety protocols diligently to uphold food handling safety standards and prevent cross-contamination.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate meal prep activities and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Experience

• Previous experience in a dietary department or dietary aide role is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a restaurant or food service environment demonstrating knowledge of food preparation and safety standards.
• Familiarity with menu planning, recipe adherence, and meal preparation processes.
• Skills in operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of food handling procedures, sanitation practices, and food safety management systems.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with kitchen staff.
• Catering experience or culinary background is a plus but not required; enthusiasm for learning is essential.

Join us as a Prep Cook where your culinary skills will thrive in a fast-paced environment dedicated to quality and safety!

Pay: $12.00 - $14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person