Prep Chef - Sturbridge, MA

Sturbridge Coffee House; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Awesome Culture

Great Schedule

Free Meals

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Sturbridge Coffee House in Sturbridge, MA is hiring a full-time Prep Chef to join our kitchen team. You will manage daily prep, portion ingredients, and ensure everything is ready for service in a fast-paced environment. We value reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience or ServSafe certification as a plus, and are comfortable standing, walking, and lifting up to 40 lbs. Join us for a positive culture with a focus on quality and steady workflow.

Qualifications

• Must be able to safely handle a chef's knife and perform prep tasks accurately.
• Detail-oriented with consistent portioning and recipe adherence.
• Must work well in a team and maintain a positive attitude.
• Physically able to stand, move quickly, and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Master the Prep List: slice, dice, and chop ingredients for service.
• Portion ingredients, build dressings, and ensure stock for service.
• Wrap, label, date, and organize ingredients using FIFO.
• Own your station with a clean, safe workspace to support smooth operations.
• Collaborate with the kitchen crew to maintain efficient workflow.

Skills

Knife Savvy

Detail-Oriented

Team Player

Physically Active

Reliable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification

Job description

We are currently hiring a prep chef for our Sturbridge location!

Prep Chef (Prep Cook)

Do you enjoy the art of prep work? Are you organized, detail-oriented, and someone who takes pride in maintaining a steady, efficient workflow?

We are looking for a full-time Prep Chef to join our growing team. If you appreciate a focused, manageable environment where you can lock into your work, stay on top of your prep list, focus on quality, contribute to a smooth daily operation and work at a sustainable pace, this is the spot for you.

What You’ll Do (Your Day-to-Day)

• Master the Prep List: Crush your daily prep sheet, slicing, dicing, and chopping your way to kitchen glory.
• Fuel the Assembly: Portion ingredients, build delicious dressings, and make sure everything is perfectly stocked for service.
• Keep It Fresh: Wrap, label, date, and organize ingredients like a pro using the FIFO method.
• Own Your Station: Maintain a clean, safe, and spotless workspace because a clean kitchen is a happy kitchen.
• Team Up: Work closely with the rest of the kitchen crew to keep operations running smoothly.

Who You Are (The Perfect Fit)

• Knife Savvy: You know your way around a chef's knife and can slice and dice safely, quickly, and precisely.
• Detail-Oriented: You take pride in matching recipe specs and portion sizes every single time.
• A Team Player: You bring positive energy to the shift, step up when the team needs a hand, and leave the drama at the door.
• Physically Active: You love being on your feet, moving fast, and can easily lift 40+ lbs when deliveries arrive.
• Reliable: You show up ready to rock your shift and take pride in your work. (Kitchen experience or a food safety certificate is a huge plus, but a great attitude is mandatory!)

What We’re Looking For:

• At least 18 years old (gotta be legal for the heavy machinery!).
• Ready to rock a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Previous kitchen, quick-service, or line cook experience is a huge plus (ServSafe certification is icing on the cake!).
• High school diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
• Able to chat in English for team teamwork and safety instructions.
• Ready to stand, walk, lift up to 40 lbs, and thrive in an upbeat, fast-moving environment.

What’s In It For You (The Perks)

• Awesome Culture: Work in a positive, supportive, and drama-free environment.
• Great Schedule: Enjoy flexible scheduling with two consecutive days off in a row to rest and recharge.
• Free Meals: Fuel up with a free meal during every 8-hour shift!
• Competitive Pay: Starting pay is competitive, plus tips!

A Little About Us:

For 19 years, Sturbridge Coffee House has grown from a cozy little café into a bustling community hub serving hundreds of happy guests in the heart of Sturbridge, MA—and now, expanding into Connecticut with our Mini locations! We wouldn't be where we are today without the passion and dedication of our incredible team.

Ready to pour your passion into a new adventure?