Prep Cook

About And Then Hospitality

And Then Hospitality is a dynamic and growing restaurant group whose concepts are closely intertwined. From chef’s counter to market stall, our team’s commitment to our craft and hospitality remains the same. Our kitchens are a busy and collaborative ecosystem, supporting multiple operations, teams, and styles of service under one shared standard.

Job Description

And Then Hospitality group is seeking a prep cook to support daily operations of the team and restaurant group. The ideal candidate is

a hard-working, detail-oriented leader with a proven people-centered management approach. They should be hospitality driven with a passion for creating unique dining experiences and the ability to adapt quickly to a growing hospitality group as well as motivated by the opportunity to help train and uplift the next generation of kitchen leaders.

This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, willing to work with urgency, and proud to contribute behind the scenes. Extensive kitchen experience is not required, but reliability, curiosity, cleanliness, and a strong work ethic are essential.

As And Then Hospitality Group continues to grow, this position offers meaningful opportunity for mentorship, skill-building, and advancement within a kitchen environment shaped by high standards and a genuine care for the craft.

Responsibilities

• Culinary Leadership: Support the Executive Chef in leading daily kitchen operations, ensuring the team is organized, prepared, and aligned with company standards.
• Team Development: Coach, train, and motivate chefs, prep cooks, and culinary team members to support their technical growth, confidence, and professionalism.
• Operational Coordination: Help coordinate the daily flow of the kitchen, including fine dining service, prep production, and support for sister concepts.
• Fine Dining Execution: Uphold the precision, cleanliness, timing, and attention to detail standards.
• Production Oversight: Assist in organizing prep lists, production timelines, and mise en place for Sorekara and sister concept needs.
• Communication: Communicate clearly and professionally with the Executive Chef, culinary team, front-of-house leadership, and company leadership to ensure information is shared accurately and efficiently.
• Teamwork: Foster a collaborative kitchen culture built on respect, accountability, support, and shared commitment to the work.
• Hospitality-Focused: Uphold And Then Hospitality Group’s hospitality standards by understanding that every detail, whether guest-facing or behind the scenes, contributes to the overall experience.
• Organization: Maintain structure in a busy kitchen environment where multiple concepts, teams, and production needs operate alongside one another.
• Detail-Oriented: Maintain high standards for cleanliness, consistency, preparation, organization, and presentation.
• Food Safety & Compliance: Educate staff on food safety procedures and ensure employees consistently follow company policies, sanitation standards, and proper food handling practices.
• Inventory & Waste Control: Monitor inventory levels, identify ordering needs, reduce waste, and ensure products are properly received, stored, labeled, rotated, and utilized.
• Scheduling & Labor: Assist with creating culinary schedules and balancing labor needs with operational demands.
• Hiring & Training: Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training new culinary employees to ensure the team is properly staffed, prepared, and supported.
• Problem-Solving: Address daily kitchen challenges with urgency, professionalism, and sound judgment, escalating concerns when appropriate.
• Growth-Oriented: Support quarterly goals for the culinary team and help create clear expectations, coaching opportunities, and follow-through.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an unparalleled commitment to your work
• Experience working in a professional kitchen environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, chef-driven environment
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team with effective communication skills
• Ability to take direction well and pivot priorities quickly and efficiently
• Thinks clearly, quickly, and maintains concentration during high pressure situations
• Excellent organizational skills
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to consistency, cleanliness, and thoughtful execution.

Benefits:

Full-time Salaried Exempt

• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time off
• Paid Holidays
• Staff meal program
• Opportunities for growth and advancement in a growing hospitality group

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Why are you interested in working for Sorekara/ And Then Hospitality Group?
• What do you believe is the most important characteristic in a workplace?
• What are you looking for in the next stage of your career?

Work Location: In person