We are looking for a reliable, motivated, and team-oriented Prep Cook to join our kitchen team.
We are not only looking for someone who can complete a prep list. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to details, wants to learn, and understands that a strong kitchen depends on everyone working together.
Key responsibilities:
- Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, and other ingredients for daily service
- Cut, portion, label, store, and organize ingredients according to kitchen standards
- Follow recipes and maintain consistency in quality and portioning
- Keep the prep station clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service
- Follow proper food safety and sanitation procedures
- Manage multiple prep tasks and prioritize work efficiently
- Communicate with the kitchen team and help other stations when needed
- Be willing to learn and cross-train in different kitchen departments
Our ideal candidate is:
- Reliable and punctual
- Hardworking with a strong work ethic
- Able to work efficiently under pressure and during fast-paced shifts
- Detail-oriented and committed to consistency
- Organized and able to multitask and prioritize
- Able to work with a sense of urgency without sacrificing quality
- Adaptable when kitchen priorities change
- Proactive and willing to take initiative
- Creative and able to problem-solve when appropriate
- Coachability open to feedback, correction, and learning new techniques
- Accountable and willing to take responsibility for their work
- Curious and motivated to continue improving
- A strong team player who is willing to help others
- Willing to be cross-trained and grow into different areas of the kitchen