Kitchen Sous Chef / Prep Cook

Capers and Company; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Capers and Company, located in Edmond, OK, is hiring a Kitchen Sous Chef or Skilled Prep Cook to support their kitchen operations. This position starts part-time with the potential to grow into full-time based on performance. Ideal candidates will have strong culinary fundamentals, a team-first attitude, and experience in higher-end kitchens. Responsibilities include preparing menu items, maintaining cleanliness, and following food safety standards. A SafeServe Food Handlers License is required within the first 90 days.

Qualifications

• Experience in higher-end kitchens preferred (country clubs, chef-driven restaurants, hotels, or event catering).
• Strong knife skills and solid culinary fundamentals required.
• Ability to follow instructions and execute accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prep and produce menu items to specification.
• Support chefs with event and catering preparation.
• Maintain clean and organized stations adhering to food safety protocols.

Skills

Knife skills

Culinary fundamentals

Following instructions

Teamwork

Job description

Edmond, United States | Posted on 04/24/2026

We’re hiring a Kitchen Sous Chef or Skilled Prep Cook to support production in our Edmond, OK kitchen. This is a part‑time role with the opportunity to grow into full‑time for the right person. We’re looking for someone with strong fundamentals, a high standard for quality, and the ability to execute consistently as part of a team.

What You’ll Do

• Prep and produce menu items to spec (batch prep, portioning, plating support as needed)
• Follow recipes and written prep lists accurately and efficiently
• Support chefs with event and catering prep (including higher‑end buffet and grazing‑style production)
• Maintain clean, organized stations and follow food safety/sanitation procedures
• Communicate clearly with the team to keep production moving and standards consistent

Schedule & Pay

• Part‑time to start, with growth potential to full‑time based on performance and business needs
• Pay: Hourly, based on experience (add your range here if you want)

Requirements

• Experience in higher‑end kitchens (country clubs, chef‑driven restaurants, hotels, or event catering preferred)
• Strong knife skills and solid culinary fundamentals
• Ability to follow instructions, read recipes, and execute consistently
• Team‑first attitude: reliable, coachable, and professional in a fast‑paced kitchen
• Availability to work part‑time with the option to grow into full‑time
• Must have your own dependable, clean vehicle (reliable transportation required)
• Must have a SafeServe Food Handlers License in your first 90 days

Nice to Have

• Baking or pastry skills (beneficial, not required)
• Catering or banquet/event execution experience
• Experience with prep systems: labeling, dating, inventory rotation, and batch production