Kitchen+Bar - Prep Cook

Drury Hotels Company; Tennessee; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Hotel discounts

Free room nights

401(k) plan

Job summary

Drury Plaza Hotel in Antioch, TN is hiring a Prep Cook to prepare a variety of menu items using kitchen equipment and follow recipe cards. You will maintain a clean prep area, assist guests with requests, and support the bar team when needed to ensure smooth service and guest satisfaction.

The role emphasizes hospitality, integrity, and a value-driven culture. Training, growth opportunities, and a workplace that rewards teamwork are highlighted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to take written and verbal direction in English.
• Ability to operate machines and equipment used in kitchen and POS systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members; maintain professionalism.
• Support bartender as needed but not pouring alcoholic beverages.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of food products following recipe cards.
• Maintain a clean, organized prep area.
• Assist guests with inquiries and deliver meals.
• Demonstrate hospitality and integrity in all interactions.
• Support bar staff as required to ensure smooth service.

Skills

English proficiency

Kitchen equipment

Communication skills

Bar support

Tools

POS software

Dishwashers

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Kitchen+Bar - Prep Cook### Kitchen+Bar - Prep CookApply: 3001 Century Farms Cir, Antioch, TN 37013: Full time: Posted Today: R40755Property Location:Drury Plaza Hotel - 3001 Century Farms Cir , Antioch, Tennessee 37013## ## **You belong at Drury Hotels.**Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.**WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US****So. Much. More.**Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.* *Incentives -*Quarterly bonus opportunity of up to $3,200 annually (bonus is separate from base salary)* *Work-life-balance* – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights* *Career growth -*Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year* *Health and well-being -*Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program* *Retirement -*Company-matched 401(k)* *Award-winning* - Ranked among Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces 2025**Summary:** Under general supervision, prepares a variety of food products using kitchen equipment and utensils according to recipe cards to fulfill guest orders following Company policies and procedures. Maintains the food prep area in a clean, well-organized manner while delivering food and assisting guests as needed. Presents a high standard of integrity, service, and hospitality at all times to promote the Drury culture with customers and co-workers. Has general knowledge of the hotel, area, and events to answer questions.**Basic Qualifications:*** Must be 18 years old or older.* Requires ability to take written and verbal direction in English and speak English clearly.* Requires ability to operate machines and equipment used, including but not limited to, include POS software, dishwashers, kitchen equipment, etc.* Requires ability to communicate effectively with customers and all levels of team members; ability to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people while exhibiting a consistent level of professionalism including bar guests.* Requires ability to support bartender, but does not make or pour alcoholic beverages.* Requires ability to clean and maintain areas for which responsible.* Requires ability to effectively and efficiently move around bar and kitchen area.# **Rise. Shine. Work Happy.**## ## Hiring Immediately!### You BelongAt Drury Hotels, we prioritize our team's personal growth and career development. As part of our team, you will be empowered to grow and encouraged to shine.### About UsAt Drury Hotels, we offer our guests more than a place to sleep. We provide a place to feel welcome. Happy. At home. As a family-owned and operated hotel system, we honor and enhance the Drury legacy of world-class hospitality excellence. That’s the Drury Way. Our 6,100+ team members work together—across 150 hotels in 30 states—to make sure every guest receives the very best service and value. Together we continue to grow, carefully and with clear vision, as a family of thriving hotels nationwide. EOE