Line/Prep Cook

Elizabeth’s Wine Lounge; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Workstream in Eugene, OR is seeking a Line Cook / Prep Cook to lead daily prep and support service during shifts. You will set up and break down the kitchen, keep areas organized, and run batch recipe items while communicating needs to the kitchen team.

The role emphasizes timely, high-quality food prep, adherence to sanitation standards, and a positive attitude. Candidates should be capable of lifting 80 pounds, standing for long periods, and working in an open concept kitchen with visible

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 80 pounds and stand for long shifts.
• 1-3 years prep cook experience required.
• Open concept kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Fill out & perform daily kitchen opening duties checklist.
• Execute batch recipe prep items accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain station readiness and ensure smooth kitchen flow.
• Communicate low stock alerts to management and cooks.
• Monitor waste and mitigate loss.
• Ensure all items in walk-in/reach-in are stored, labeled, and dated properly.
• Arrive at work ready to work by time of shift start.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Lead adherence to sanitation & food safety regulations.

Skills

Lifting 80 lbs

Stand 8 hours

Open kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Job description

The Line Cook / Prep Cook’s main objective is to take point on executing all required procedures for daily food prep while also supporting service execution during operating hours. This role is responsible for setting up and breaking down the kitchen, keeping the kitchen and walk-in organized throughout the day, running point on batch recipe items, and communicating needs to management and cooks.

This position requires a commitment to excellence in every recipe being produced, strong time management, and a consistently positive attitude. The Line Cook / Prep Cook will ensure proper creation, storage, and execution of all menu items while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety.

This position reports to the Kitchen Lead.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Fill out & perform daily kitchen opening duties checklist
• Ensure the entire required prep list is executed daily
• Execute batch recipe prep items accurately and efficiently
• Maintain station readiness and ensure smooth kitchen flow
• Communicate low stock alerts to management and cooks
• Monitor waste and mitigate loss
• Ensure all items in walk-in/reach-in are stored, labeled, and dated properly
• Manage putting away and organizing incoming orders
• Arrive at work ready to work by time of shift start
• Ensure recipe integrity is being upheld
• Ensure food appearance meets standards
• Ensure performance meets standards
• Keep kitchen visually presentable throughout the day
• Take lead in kitchen team’s adherence to sanitation & food safety regulations
• Maintain a safe and respectful work environment
• Fill out & perform daily kitchen closing duties checklist
• Keep kitchen clean and tidy due to open concept kitchen & visibility by customers
• Must be comfortable working in an open concept kitchen
• Maintain professional personal hygiene and appearance due to visibility by customers

Skills & Experience:

Ability to lift 80 pounds

Ability to stand for up to 8 hours

Vision for the prep execution flow, to ensure completion of all required tasks

Strong attention to recipe procedure & food safety procedures

1-3 year prep cook experience required

Compensation:

$16-$18/hr BOE, + a percentage of the tip pool