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Prep Cook Job Description:

We are seeking a full-time Prep Cook to support the daily operations of our kitchen by preparing ingredients and assisting with food production throughout the day. This position includes washing, peeling, cutting, chopping, measuring, and portioning ingredients; preparing breakfast items, eggs, burgers, sandwiches, salads, sauces, sides, and other menu items; organizing and stocking workstations; rotating and storing products; and maintaining clean, safe, and organized food-preparation areas.

Prep Cook Benefits:

• Weekly pay.
• Free daily meal during your shift.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Toll reimbursement.
• Employee discount.
• Growth opportunities.
• Year-end bonus when applicable. 

Prep Cook Qualifications:

• Must have full-time availability, including weekends and holidays as needed. Typical shifts are approximately 7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 1:00 PM–9:00 PM, depending on scheduling needs.
• Previous experience as a Prep Cook, Kitchen Prep Cook, Kitchen Helper, Kitchen Assistant, Line Cook, Food Prep Worker, Auxiliar de Cocina, Ayudante de Cocina, or similar food-service position preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, recipes, measurements, knife handling, and kitchen utensils preferred.
• Ability to wash, peel, cut, chop, measure, and portion ingredients according to recipes and daily production needs.
• Willingness to assist with the preparation of breakfast items, eggs, burgers, sandwiches, salads, sauces, sides, and other menu items as needed.
• Ability to organize and stock workstations with the ingredients, utensils, and supplies required for daily production.
• Able to properly label, store, and rotate food products following FIFO and established food-safety procedures.
• Willingness to support cooks and other kitchen team members with preparation and production duties during service.
• Able to maintain preparation areas, utensils, equipment, refrigerators, and storage areas clean, organized, and sanitized.
• Ability to work efficiently with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality and accuracy during high-volume periods.
• Responsible, reliable, punctual, and able to follow recipes, production lists, instructions, and operational procedures.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Food Handler Certificate preferred or willingness to obtain it within the company-required timeframe.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred, but not required.

Prep Cook Key Skills:

• Food Preparation.
• Knife Skills & Portioning.
• Organization & Attention to Detail.
• Sense of Urgency.
• Teamwork.
• Food Safety & Sanitation. 

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The Company identifies as an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for all positions with no regard to color, race, national origin, religion, non-job-related disability, Vietnam era, disabled veteran status, sexual orientation, age or sex, or marital status.

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