Kitchen Prep Cook

Trademark Venues, LLC; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Career development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Trademark Venues, LLC is seeking a dependable Kitchen Prep Cook to support our culinary operations for weddings, catering, and special events in Southern California venues. You will prep ingredients, organize workstations, and help ensure timely production while maintaining food safety standards and quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a fast-paced environment. We value reliability and attention to detail, with opportunities to grow within our expanding company and take on additional duties

Qualifications

• Must have previous professional kitchen experience.
• California Food Handler Card required.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce ingredients—wash, peel, chop, slice, portion, and prep vegetables, fruits, meats per recipes.
• Follow prep lists, recipes, and schedules to ensure timely, consistent production.
• Assist with food production for weddings, catering events, and special occasions.
• Package, organize, and prepare food and supplies for transportation to event venues as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and proper storage of ingredients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Follow recipes

Reliability

Bilingual EN/ES

Job description

Kitchen Prep CookPrepare with Purpose. Work as a Team. Create Remarkable Experiences.At Trademark Venues, we don’t just serve food—we help create unforgettable experiences. From beautiful weddings to exceptional catering and special events, our culinary teams bring every celebration to life through quality, consistency, and teamwork.We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Kitchen Prep Cook who takes pride in their work, values food safety, and enjoys being part of a fast-paced culinary team.If you’re passionate about food, enjoy staying organized, and want to grow your skills in a dynamic hospitality environment, we’d love to meet you!About the RoleAs a Kitchen Prep Cook, you’ll play an important role in supporting our culinary operations by preparing ingredients, organizing kitchen workstations, and helping ensure food is ready for weddings, catering services, and special events.You’ll work alongside our chefs and kitchen team to maintain quality standards, follow food safety procedures, and keep daily production running smoothly. Your attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to teamwork will help ensure every dish meets our standards and every event is set up for success.What You’ll DoPrepare and ProduceWash, peel, chop, slice, portion, and prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, and other ingredients according to recipes and production needs.Follow prep lists, recipes, and production schedules to support timely and consistent food preparation.Assist with food production for weddings, special events, and catering operations.Help package, organize, and prepare food and supplies for transportation to event venues as needed.Maintain Food Safety and QualityFollow established food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products according to food safety requirements.Maintain clean, organized workstations, storage areas, and kitchen equipment.Monitor ingredient quality and report any concerns to kitchen leadership.Support Kitchen OperationsAssist with receiving, inspecting, stocking, and organizing deliveries and inventory.Keep kitchen supplies and ingredients organized and accessible.Work collaboratively with chefs, kitchen leadership, and teammates to meet production deadlines.Adapt to changing priorities and support daily operational needs.Perform additional duties as assigned.What You BringExperiencePrevious food preparation experience in a professional kitchen required.Catering, banquet, or high-volume food production experience is a plus.Skills and AbilitiesStrong attention to detail and commitment to consistent food quality.Ability to follow recipes, instructions, production schedules, and food safety procedures.Reliable attendance, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.Ability to stay organized and manage multiple preparation tasks.Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills preferred.Role RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods, including shifts of eight hours or more.Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment with frequent movement, changing temperatures, and time-sensitive production demands.Current California Food Handler Card, as required for the role.Availability to work a schedule that may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on production and event needs.Why Trademark VenuesAt Trademark Venues, you'll have the opportunity to work in beautiful Southern California venues, collaborate with talented hospitality professionals, meet people from all walks of life, and help create celebrations that families remember for generations.You'll also have room to grow.As our company continues to expand, we're looking for people who want to grow with us — not simply work for us.What You'll Find Here:Competitive compensationMedical, Dental & Vision BenefitsPaid Time OffCareer development opportunitiesOpportunities for advancementLeadership that values your ideasA collaborative and supportive teamBeautiful venues and unforgettable celebrationsA fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly alikeOpportunities to grow alongside an expanding companyOur Core BehaviorsOur culture is built around six behaviors that guide how we work and how we treat one another:Intentional ServiceClear AccountabilityExtraordinary EmpathyEthics in ActionAdaptive ExcellenceOperational ClarityEveryone Has A Seat At Our TableAt Trademark Venues, exceptional hospitality starts with exceptional people.We are committed to building a workplace where individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, identities, generations, experiences, and perspectives feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to succeed.Our couples and guests come from every walk of life. Our team should reflect that diversity.We believe our differences make us stronger — and help us create more meaningful experiences for the diverse couples, families, and communities we proudly serve.Whether you're an experienced sales professional, a hospitality expert, an event enthusiast, or someone who knows they're great with people and is ready for their next opportunity, we want to hear your story.If you're looking for a workplace where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, your voice is valued, and your success is celebrated, pull up a seat.Your next opportunity could be waiting for you at Trademark Venues.Trademark Venues, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply.