Prep Cook

Tropical Smoothie Cafe; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (full-time)

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

Meal Discounts

Employee Perks

Positive, people-first culture

Job summary

Another Broken Egg Cafe is seeking a Prep Cook to support kitchen operations, ensuring quality and consistency in every dish. You’ll follow prep lists, maintain cleanliness, and work in a daytime-focused, hospitality-driven team.

Join a brunch-focused concept that values safety, teamwork, and timely execution. This role offers a daytime schedule with the opportunity to contribute to a high-energy cafe environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs, up to 20 times per shift.
• Frequent bending and stooping.
• Work in hot and damp environment.
• Read, organize and execute prep lists.
• Pass safety and sanitation validation/testing.
• Maintain calm demeanor in fast-paced environment.
• Wear proper dress code per company standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all prep lists according to recipe requirements and adhere to product sensitivity.
• Ensure that all prepared food meets the standard of excellence.
• Control & promote kitchen cleanliness by constantly “working clean”.
• Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents by maintaining an orderly work station.
• Ensure food quality by maintaining high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food products.
• Complete assigned work for stocking and setting up work station.
• Clean and sanitize on a routine basis.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products and stock products to determined pars.
• Keep supervisor informed of problems and take corrective action where necessary.
• Perform all duties to achieve the overall objectives of the position.

Skills

Lifting 70 lbs

Stamina for long shifts

Hearing in loud environments

Reading prep lists

Job description

At Another Broken Egg Cafe, brunch isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are. We are known for our chef-inspired Southern cuisine, craft cocktails, and elevated breakfast, brunch, and lunch experiences served in a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Our concept is built around hospitality that goes beyond expectations. We believe in creating memorable moments for every guest — what many call “unreasonable hospitality.” That means anticipating needs before they are spoken, turning ordinary interactions into extraordinary experiences, and empowering our staff to create moments guests never forget.

And because we specialize in breakfast and brunch, we do not operate night shifts — ever. Our staff enjoy evenings with family and friends while working with a high-performing, daytime-focused hospitality team.

As a Prep Cook, you will be one of the driving forces behind the cafe’s success, assisting in all kitchen operations ensuring the restaurant and company standards of quality and service are met. Assist in preparing quality products through consistent execution of all prep lists, with a sense of urgency, for the cooking process and according to company standards all the while maintaining a safe and clean kitchen area.

Why Join Us?

Benefits

• No night shifts — ever
• Medical (for full-time team members)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• Meal Discounts
• Employee Perks (Discounts on purchases for gyms, movies, car insurance, phone/internet, etc)
• Positive, people-first culture

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare all prep lists according to recipe requirements and adhere to product sensitivity.
• Ensures that all prepared food meets the standard of excellence.
• Control & promote kitchen cleanliness by constantly “working clean”.
• Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents by maintaining an orderly work station. Notify manager promptly of any problems.
• Ensure food quality by maintaining high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food products.
• Complete assigned work for stocking and setting up work station.
• Clean and sanitize on a routine basis.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products and stock products to determined pars. Label & date all perishable items to ensure freshness standards are met.
• Keep immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance. Take prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative course of action which may be taken.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies to achieve the overall objectives of the position.

Accountabilities

• Keep manager & supervisors promptly and fully informed of all issues (i.e. problems, unusual matters of significance and positive events) and take prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action.
• Help create a positive working environment with positive actions. Discusses production priorities with Culinary Manager and Line Cooks.
• Perform all position responsibilities and performance objectives in a timely and effective manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a favorable working relationship with all company employees to foster and promote a cooperative working atmosphere, which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Set up station and locate necessary utensils and equipment for food preparation.
• Keep updated on recipe changes & produce assigned items exactly according to recipes.
• Prepare items with the necessary measuring devices and scales to control food costs.

Job Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 lbs. Up to 20 times a shift
• Frequent bending and stooping
• Must be able to work frequently in a hot and damp environment
• Use of hands required 100% of time
• Stand, move, & walk all of 6-8 hour shift
• Must be able to hear other personnel request in the midst of loud background noise
• Must be able to read, organize and execute all prep lists
• Must be able to pass any safety & sanitation validation &/or testing
• Ability to maintain calm demeanor in a fast paced, high intensity environment
• Wear proper dress code attire according to standard set by Another Broken Egg Cafe

Who You Are

You are a staff member who believes hospitality is both art and discipline. You thrive in strong teams, hold high standards, and contribute to creating an environment where guests feel valued and fellow team members feel respected and heard. You understand that culture drives performance — and you lead by example every day.

If you’re ready to be part of a thriving brunch concept built on excellence, community, and “unreasonable hospitality” — without ever working a night shift — we would love to connect with you.

Another Broken Egg Cafe isn't your typical breakfast, brunch, or lunch restaurant. Our passion is delivering uncompromising, southern-inspired culinary innovation and "craveably" delicious dishes. On our menu, you will find chef-inspired, breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes as well as hand-crafted cocktails, spiked cold brews, mimosas and a full bar.
We treat each other, our guests, and our communities like friends and family. We’re passionate about delivering a consistent and authentic guest experience, and we know we accomplish more when we work together. Everyone on our team is empowered to make our business better, and we invest in the growth of those who bring our purpose to life every day.