Live-Venue Prep Cook: High-Volume Kitchen Pro

opryentertainment; Gatlinburg (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Opry Entertainment is seeking a Prep Cook to contribute to our legendary venues by delivering delicious, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll prepare ingredients, cook to specifications, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards in a high-volume environment surrounded by live performances.

Ideal candidates have basic knife skills, a passion for teamwork, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' culinary experience required.
• Experience in high-volume restaurants preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of food service sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform sauté, grill, fry, bake, and roast; operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion controls to minimize waste.
• Read and execute food orders from tickets or kitchen display systems.
• Ensure food is served promptly and report delays.
• Clean and organize walk-in coolers and kitchen areas.
• Store food and chemicals; label, date, and maintain temperatures.
• Close station: store supplies, turn off equipment, secure kitchen.
• Return dishes to dishwashing area and coordinate with dishwashers.
• Model company service basics; follow safety procedures and report issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mise en place

Teamwork

Flexible hours

High-volume cooking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Opry Entertainment is seeking a Prep Cook to contribute to our legendary venues by delivering delicious, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen. You’ll prepare ingredients, cook to specifications, and maintain cleanliness and safety standards in a high-volume environment surrounded by live performances.

Ideal candidates have basic knife skills, a passion for teamwork, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays to support guest experiences.