Prep Cook - Lodi, CA

Join a Premier Estate Winery Kitchen in Lodi

Oak Farm Vineyards, a family-owned estate winery in Lodi, CA, is hiring a Full-Time Prep Cook to support our culinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals seeking winery kitchen jobs in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment.

Reporting to the Head Chef and Sous Chef, the Prep Cook plays a critical role in maintaining food quality, sanitation standards, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

-Follow daily prep lists to ensure timely food preparation

-Receive and inspect deliveries for quality control

-Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards

-Prepare and present menu items with attention to taste, texture, temperature, and presentation

-Store food products according to California health and safety regulations

-Complete opening and closing kitchen duties

-Support large and small event food production

Qualifications:

-Minimum 1–2 years of kitchen experience (fine dining preferred)

-Culinary school graduate preferred

-Current California Food Handler Card or ServSafe Certification

-Strong knife skills and knowledge of cutting techniques

-Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs

-Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

-Must be 21+ years old

Skills We Value:

Food preparation • Inventory management • Food cost control • Sanitation practices • Time management • Collaboration • Quality control

Benefits:

-Health Insurance

-Paid Time Off

-401(k) Plan

If you're passionate about culinary excellence and looking for a prep cook job in Lodi, CA within a respected winery environment, apply today.