High-Energy Prep Cook for Fast-Paced Kitchen

Puttery; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Puttery is seeking a Prep Cook to support kitchen operations and ensure food is prepared efficiently to quality standards. You will prepare ingredients, stock stations, and maintain clean prep areas while following health and sanitation guidelines.

Ideal candidates have experience in fast-paced kitchens, strong teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. All shifts include days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic cooking and preparation methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Excellent teamwork, organization, and communication skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for service, including chopping, portioning, mixing, and measuring.
• Set up and stock stations with necessary supplies before each shift.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep areas throughout the shift.
• Label, date, and store all food items properly for freshness and safety.
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines.
• Work quickly and efficiently to support timely food preparation.
• Communicate equipment, product, or supply needs to management promptly.
• Assist in training new kitchen team members when requested.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Teamwork and communication

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Puttery is seeking a Prep Cook to support kitchen operations and ensure food is prepared efficiently to quality standards. You will prepare ingredients, stock stations, and maintain clean prep areas while following health and sanitation guidelines.

Ideal candidates have experience in fast-paced kitchens, strong teamwork, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. All shifts include days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.