Prep Cook

Bwscampus; California (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Tuition remission benefits

Job summary

Bwscampus in California is hiring a Prep Cook to assist in daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include ingredient preparation, food safety practices, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen.

The ideal candidate should have a California Food Handler Card and preferably some culinary training or kitchen experience. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range of $20 to $26 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a California Food Handler Card.
• Culinary training or previous kitchen experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and wash ingredients efficiently.
• Assist in the preparation of sauces, dressings, and other recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness in the prep areas and follow sanitation procedures.

Skills

Ingredient preparation

Food safety and sanitation

Culinary skills

Education

California Food Handler Card

Culinary training or kitchen experience

Job description

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Sous Chef, the Prep Cook is responsible for ingredient preparation and production support to ensure efficient daily kitchen operations.

Food Preparation

• Wash, peel, chop, slice, portion, and prepare ingredients.
• Prepare sauces, dressings, soups, stocks, and other foundational recipes.
• Assist with bakery and dessert preparation as needed.

Production Support

• Set up prep stations and organize ingredients.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries.

Sanitation

• Maintain clean prep areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in hot, cold, and fast‑paced kitchen environments.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions and operate commercial kitchen equipment safely.

Qualifications

• California Food Handler Card required.
• Culinary training or kitchen experience preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, professional development opportunities, and tuition remission benefits.
• Salary range: $20/hr–$26/hr annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

While being vaccinated for COVID-19 is not required, it is strongly recommended.