Prep Cook

Upward Projects; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal Discounts & Perks

Earned paid sick time

401K with company match

Sommelier & Cicerone certification; re

Certification reimbursement

Flexible Spending & Dependent Care

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Postino WineCafe is seeking a Prep Cook to support kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. You will prepare ingredients, follow recipes, and assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization under the supervision of cooks and managers.

Candidates should demonstrate strong knife skills, a passion for fresh ingredients, and the ability to thrive in a team-driven setting. Internal growth and exceptional beverage and culinary development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Be highly skilled at preparing ingredients.
• Have excellent knife skills.
• Proven track record of adhering to recipe standards.
• Have a passion for working with high quality and fresh ingredients.
• Excel in a fast paced kitchen environment.
• Thrive on teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks including preparation of food and recipes, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and organizing the kitchen under the directions of cooks, chefs, or food service managers.

Skills

Prepare ingredients

Knife skills

Recipe adherence

Quality ingredients

Fast-paced kitchen

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree in Culinary or related field

Job description

Description

WHO WE ARE

We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we’re headed to the moon with a simple mission — to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it’s our common values that keep us united.

• Be Authentic and Humble
• Act with Integrity
• Bring Good Energy
• Get Extraordinary Results
• Achieve as a Team
• Inspire with Hospitality

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Prep Cook your responsibility is to perform routine tasks that include completing preparation of food and recipes, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and organizing the kitchen under the directions of cooks, chefs, or food service managers.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST

• Be highly skilled at preparing ingredients
• Have excellent knife skills
• Proven track record of adhering to recipe standards
• Have a passion for working with high quality and fresh ingredients
• Excel in a fast paced kitchen environment
• Thrive on teamwork

WHY YOU’LL LOVE BEING A PREP COOK AT POSTINO

Postino WineCafe has a rich culture of delivering the best hospitality experience in the restaurant industry. We are a growing brand with unlimited career advancement who will support your journey with exceptional beverage and culinary development. The working relationships you build today will be deep, meaningful, and long lasting. Lastly, we believe you should have a voice and be recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

YOUR BENEFITS

• Meal Discounts & Perks
• Earned paid sick time
• 401K with company match
• Pursue Level 1,2 Sommelier & Cicerone Certification and be reimbursed upon completion
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care
• Access to Medical, Dental, Vision when eligible.
• Access to Teladoc services for all team members after 30 days eligibility.
• Enroll in Medical Benefits and get Fitness Discounts & Additional Mental Wellness Programs
• Celebrate the year with our annual company party
• Thanksgiving and Christmas off

Requirements

• The position requires 1 year of full-service restaurant Kitchen cook experience. Internal candidates must be in good standing and free of performance issues including 1-year time-period. Combined work experience and education will be considered in decisions.
• Associate’s degree in Culinary, Hospitality, Management, or Business preferred but not required
• State Food Handler’s Management Certification is required