Line Cook / Prep Cook

FreshFin; Goerke's Corners (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Employee discounts

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Freshfin in Wisconsin is hiring a motivated line cook to join our kitchen team and help deliver a memorable dining experience. You will prepare ingredients and components for menu items in a clean, collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in a fast-paced kitchen, strong work ethic, the ability to stand long periods and lift up to 50 lbs, and availability for morning shifts on weekdays and weekends. We value organization, calm under pressure, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Availability for morning shifts on weekdays and weekends.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Calm, focused under pressure with a collaborative attitude.
• Respectful, team-oriented approach to communication.

Responsibilities

• Memorizing recipes, portion standards, and procedures.
• Preparing ingredients and components for all menu items.
• Cooking dishes to quality and presentation standards.
• Ensuring product freshness through proper rotation and storage.
• Collaborating with cooks to manage kitchen activity.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Following food safety, sanitation, and safety protocols.
• Assisting with packaging for takeout and delivery orders.
• Supporting cleanliness of kitchen and storage spaces.
• Handling trash and recycling removal as needed.
• Participating in inventory checks and restocking stations.
• Keeping storage areas clean, organized, and labeled.
• Contributing to a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Strong work ethic

Physical stamina

Morning shifts availability

Organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork and communication

Job description

What You’ll Do

As an essential member of our kitchen team, you’ll help deliver an exceptional dining experience by preparing delicious, high-quality food in a clean, organized, and collaborative environment. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Memorizing recipes, portion standards, and operational procedures
• Preparing ingredients and components for all menu items
• Cooking dishes to consistently meet our quality and presentation standards
• Ensuring product freshness through proper rotation and storage
• Collaborating with fellow cooks to manage varying levels of kitchen activity
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area at all times
• Following all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety protocols
• Assisting with packaging for takeout and delivery orders
• Supporting the cleanliness of the kitchen and storage spaces
• Handling trash and recycling removal as needed
• Participating in inventory checks and restocking kitchen stations
• Keeping storage areas clean, organized, and well-labeled
• Contributing to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented kitchen culture

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings experience, energy, and a collaborative spirit to the kitchen. Our ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced, high-output kitchen
• Strong work ethic and a positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Availability for morning shifts on weekdays and weekends
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Calm and focused demeanor under pressure
• A friendly, respectful approach to teamwork and communication

Perks & Benefits

• Staff meals and generous employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• Room for growth as part of a growing brand

Reports to:

• Management Team

Schedule

• Morning to early afternoon shifts
• Late morning to late afternoon shifts
• On-call availability is a plus