Cold Prep Cook: Ingredient Prep & Kitchen Support

Guest Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services in Arlington, VA seeks a dedicated Prep Cook to support cooks by preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean, orderly kitchen, and performing simple cooking tasks as directed.

Key responsibilities include following recipes and menus, monitoring temperatures, presenting dishes attractively, keeping sanitation on schedule, and assisting with inventory logistics. Strong food-safety habits and customer service focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Food Safety Certification required.
• Strong sanitation habits.
• Customer service abilities; actively helps customers and coworkers.
• Ability to recognize problems and communicate to management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, daily menus and supervisor's instructions.
• Take temperatures at regular intervals and maintain foods in adequate quantities.
• Ensure proper presentation of all food items.
• Assist in maintaining kitchen sanitation and equipment cleaning schedule.
• Loading and unloading of inventory from trucks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Guest Services in Arlington, VA seeks a dedicated Prep Cook to support cooks by preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean, orderly kitchen, and performing simple cooking tasks as directed.

Key responsibilities include following recipes and menus, monitoring temperatures, presenting dishes attractively, keeping sanitation on schedule, and assisting with inventory logistics. Strong food-safety habits and customer service focus are essential.