The Prep Cook is responsible for getting high-quality ingredients ready for the cooking team. You will make sure the kitchen stays stocked, organized, and compliant with all health and safety rules. This job requires you to work quickly, pay attention to details, and work closely with the line cooks and Chefs.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation: Wash, peel, chop, and slice vegetables, fruits, and meats. Measure and cut meats and cheeses according to exact rules.
Recipe Execution: Make simple dishes, sauces, and dressings. Prepare parts of more complex menu items by following standard recipes and exact portion sizes.
Kitchen Readiness: Keep your work station fully stocked, organized, and clean before, during, and after your shift.
Inventory & Rotation: Check food supplies. Label, date, and rotate products using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method so that older food is used first and nothing goes to waste.
Safety & Sanitation: Keep your workspace clean. Follow all local health department rules, cleaning standards, and safe food handling steps. Skills and Qualifications
Experience as a Prep Cook or in a similar kitchen job is preferred.
Knowledge of health and safety rules, good kitchen knife skills, and food prep habits.
Ability to read, understand, and easily follow standard recipes.
Strong communication skills and a great teamwork attitude.
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits
Discounted meal program
Free golf on Mondays after 3:00 PM
Discounted child summer camp
Dental and health insurance
Matching 401K retirement plan after 1 year of employment
We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.