Fine-Dining Prep Cook: Precision Knife Skills

Louisiana Restaurant Group; Madisonville (LA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Tchefuncte’s sits along the scenic Tchefuncte River, celebrating Southern cuisine with seasonal highlights and locally sourced ingredients from the Northshore. Guests enjoy a refined dining experience with river views.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Prep Cook to join our culinary team. You will work with Culinary Leadership on precise knife work, component prep, and station setup, ensuring quality, freshness, and presentation in a high‑end kitchen.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of culinary or prep cook experience in high-volume or fine-dining settings.
• Proficiency with knife techniques and food-handling standards.
• Strong pride in precision, cleanliness, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and trim ingredients with precise knife techniques.
• Prepare stocks, sauces, dressings, and garnishes per recipes.
• Execute butcher prep and portioning according to standards.
• Follow production sheets and prep lists to support service.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation per ServSafe guidelines.
• Label, rotate, and store items to preserve quality.
• Keep prep stations and storage areas clean and organized.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Tchefuncte’s sits along the scenic Tchefuncte River, celebrating Southern cuisine with seasonal highlights and locally sourced ingredients from the Northshore. Guests enjoy a refined dining experience with river views.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Prep Cook to join our culinary team. You will work with Culinary Leadership on precise knife work, component prep, and station setup, ensuring quality, freshness, and presentation in a high‑end kitchen.