Prep Cook

J. Alexander's Restaurants; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Team member discounts

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

J. Alexander's Restaurants is opening a new location in Gilbert, AZ and seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to join the opening team. The role involves food preparation, line support, and following scratch-made kitchen standards in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include executing recipes with precision, maintaining a clean station, and collaborating with front-of-house and management. Flexible shifts and competitive compensation support the team.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older to operate kitchen equipment.
• Previous kitchen/culinary/chef experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience and knowledge of kitchen equipment including knives, slicer, mixer, stoves and ovens.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Follow recipes, plating standards and company specifications.
• Maintain clean, organized workstation and proper sanitation.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Flexible to schedule

Food preparation

Team communication

Tools

Knives

Slicer

Mixer

Stoves

Ovens

Job description

PREP COOK - HIRING FOR NEW RESTAURANT OPENING!

J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch made wood-fired cuisine.

We strive to provide the highest-quality food and service in the hospitality industry, while fostering a culture of working hard, paying attention to details, and providing our guests with the best, all-around dining experience possible. We have immense pride in being a leader in the hospitality industry. It’s a part of the company DNA.

PREP COOK - HIRING FOR NEW RESTAURANT OPENING!

J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant, known for its daily scratch made wood-fired cuisine.

We strive to provide the highest-quality food and service in the hospitality industry, while fostering a culture of working hard, paying attention to details, and providing our guests with the best, all-around dining experience possible. We have immense pride in being a leader in the hospitality industry. It’s a part of the company DNA. Our compensation is at the top of the industry, but life is more than a paycheck. A workplace needs to inspire both professional and personal growth while motivating their leaders to reach their goals. And you can find that with us.

Why Choose Us

• Part-time or full-time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay.
• Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team members - including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plus voluntary benefits.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate school, life and family.
• Advancement Opportunities.
• Team Member discounts.
• 401(k) with Company Match

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age to operate kitchen equipment.
• Previous kitchen / culinary / chef experience is preferred, but not required.
• Experience and knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to knives, slicer, mixer, stoves, and ovens required.
• Flexible to work a variety of shifts.

Job Description

Our restaurants operate professional, fast-paced, scratch kitchens. We hire line and prep cooks who understand high expectations for food presentation and execution. Our restaurants typically include an open-kitchen layout with visibility from the dining room. Coordination of designated positions requires strong communication and teamwork with other employees, including assembler, expo, and all members of management. This position is responsible for the execution of proper food recipes and following company specifications while maintaining a clean station and workspace. Proper sanitation protocols must be followed. Responsibilities also include opening duties and closing cleaning duties.

temporary off-site hiring location

SPRINGHILL SUITES PHOENIX GILBERT

1801 South Santan Village Parkway
Gilbert, AZ 85295

We are an Equal Opportunity / E-Verify Employer. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. As an SPB Hospitality Team Member you may be asked to perform additional related duties to meet ongoing needs.