PREP COOK

Tapside Pizza; Belmont (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pizza restaurant in Belmont is seeking a prep team member to ensure all ingredients are prepared to standards while maintaining a clean workspace. Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, assisting cooks, and adhering to food safety guidelines. Candidates should have previous restaurant experience and be able to stand for long periods while lifting up to 50 pounds. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to standardized recipes.
• Assist with basic cooking tasks such as blanching and par-cooking.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep stations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Job description

Description

As a member of our prep team, your work will set the restaurant up for the day. You will ensure all ingredients are prepared to our standards while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Cleanliness, safety, sanitation is a must.

• Prepare ingredients according to standardized recipes, including chopping, slicing, measuring, and portioning.
• Assist with basic cooking tasks such as blanching, par-cooking, and assembling components.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep stations, storage areas, and equipment.
• Label, date, and store food items properly to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handling, temperature control, and cleaning procedures.
• Support line cooks and chefs by replenishing ingredients and completing prep lists.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (mixers, slicers, ovens, knives, etc.).
• Receive and store deliveries, verifying quality and quantity of products.
• Communicate any shortages, quality issues, or equipment problems to kitchen leadership.
• Assist with closing and opening duties as assigned.

Tapside Pizza is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tapside Pizza does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, marital status, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Previous experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Great communication skills.
• An ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and within a team.
• Must be 18 years or older

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds (including trash bags).
• Position requires prolonged standing, bending, twisting, carrying of objects and repetitive hand and wrist motions.
• Working with hot, cold and hazardous materials and equipment.
• Non-slip shoes required