Kitchen Prep Cook

TrYSeafood FuQuay; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TRYSeafood FuQuay is seeking a dependable Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will help prepare ingredients, keep the prep area stocked, and support cooks to deliver fresh, high-quality meals.

The ideal candidate is punctual, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced kitchen. Prior kitchen experience helps, but we are willing to train the right person and emphasize cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• Dependable and punctual work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and follow recipes.
• Commitment to cleanliness and food safety.
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift items as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to recipes and standards.
• Wash, cut, chop, peel, portion, and season ingredients.
• Prepare seafood, vegetables, sauces, and other components for service.
• Label, date, store, and rotate prepared food.
• Restock ingredients and supplies during the shift.
• Keep prep areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties.
• Communicate prep needs with cooks and leadership.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Hardworking

Organized

Attention to detail

Team player

Food safety

Able to follow recipes

Stamina

Job description

Join Our Team as a Prep Cook at TRYSeafood FuQuay!

TRYSeafood FuQuay is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. If you enjoy working with food, staying organized, and helping a kitchen run smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

As a Prep Cook, you’ll help prepare ingredients and keep the kitchen stocked and organized so our cooks can provide guests with fresh, high-quality meals.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare ingredients according to recipes and kitchen standards.
• Wash, cut, chop, peel, portion, and season ingredients as needed.
• Prepare seafood, vegetables, sauces, and other ingredients for service.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate prepared food and ingredients.
• Portion ingredients to maintain consistency and reduce food waste.
• Keep prep areas, equipment, and workstations clean and organized.
• Restock ingredients and supplies throughout the shift.
• Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and food-safety procedures.
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties.
• Communicate with cooks and kitchen leadership about prep needs and inventory.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen.
• Assist other kitchen team members as needed.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Dependable and punctual.
• Hardworking and willing to learn.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Able to follow recipes and instructions.
• Able to work well with a team.
• Committed to cleanliness and food safety.
• Able to stand for extended periods and safely lift and carry kitchen supplies as needed.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.

Why Join TRYSeafood FuQuay?

At TRYSeafood FuQuay, every kitchen team member plays an important role in delivering a great experience to our guests. We value teamwork, reliability, cleanliness, and a positive attitude.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable kitchen experience and grow with a locally owned restaurant.