Position Title: Prep Cook

Department: Kitchen

Reports To: Owners / Kitchen Manager/ Hot side Cook on Duty in the absence of the Kitchen Manager and Owners.

Position Summary

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting in basic cooking tasks to support efficient kitchen operations. This role ensures that all food is prepped, portioned, and ready for service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Food preparation and basic cooking

Wash, peel, cut, and portion fruits, vegetables, meats, and other ingredients

Prepare basic food items such as sauces, dressings, and simple dishes

Measure and mix ingredients according to recipes

Label and store food properly following food safety guidelines

Maintain a clean and organized workstation at all times

Assist line cooks and chefs during service as needed preparing main dishes and other menu items

Monitor inventory and notify management of shortages

Follow all health and sanitation regulations

Quality control: Verify food quality, flavor and presentation before service

Problem solving: address service issues, resolve customer concerns when reported by front of house staff, ensure good coordination between yourself and the front of the house and other kitchen staff.

Follow instruction, policies and maintain consistency set by the owners/management

Qualifications

Previous kitchen or food prep experience preferred but not required

Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

Strong attention to detail and organization

Ability to follow instructions and recipes accurately

Team-oriented with good communication skills, non-confrontational.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high stress environment, often standing for long periods of time and handling 10 plus hour work days.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., particularly when unpacking the food truck deliveries.

Comfortable working in a hot, fast-paced, high stress kitchen environment

Work Schedule

Flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Up to 40 hours per week - schedule set by management

Compensation

Hourly wage (based on experience)

No benefits included

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