Prep Cook

Makeready; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

TeleDoc visits

Dental/vision/hearing benefits

Medical equipment assistance

Job summary

The Greenleigh, a Makeready property in Houston, seeks a Prep Cook to support our culinary team by preparing high-quality ingredients and maintaining an organized, sanitary kitchen for hotel guests and events. The role requires following recipes, labeling and storing food, and assisting during service to ensure consistent, exceptional meals.

Ideal candidates have prep cook or kitchen experience, knowledge of food safety, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook or commercial kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to accurately follow recipes and written or verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, peeling, measuring, and portioning according to recipes and production needs.
• Assist chefs with the preparation of menu items for restaurant service, banquets, catering events, and special functions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations, prep areas, storage spaces, and kitchen equipment.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products in accordance with food safety standards.
• Receive, organize, and stock kitchen deliveries and inventory.
• Support culinary staff during meal service and event execution as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow all health department regulations, food safety practices, and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional kitchen environment at all times.

Skills

Prep kitchen experience

Food safety knowledge

Recipe following

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Ability to stand long hours

Job description

The Greenleigh River Oaks - Opening Fall 2026

In a world where natural beauty meets big-city sensibilities, The Greenleigh invites sophisticated travelers and locals to escape to an urban oasis flavored by unexpected creativity. With a coveted location neighboring the charms of River Oaks, and the culture of Uptown's energy, The Greenleigh is the one place that truly celebrates, and elevates, the unexpected nature of Houston.

At The Greenleigh, exceptional guest experiences begin in the kitchen. As a Prep Cook, you'll play an essential role in supporting our culinary team by preparing high-quality ingredients, maintaining an organized kitchen, and ensuring chefs have everything they need to deliver outstanding meals for hotel guests and special events.

If you enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, take pride in quality and consistency, and are passionate about food, we'd love to meet you.

Requested Tasks

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, peeling, measuring, and portioning according to recipes and production needs.
• Assist chefs with the preparation of menu items for restaurant service, banquets, catering events, and special functions.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary workstations, prep areas, storage spaces, and kitchen equipment.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation guidelines.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food products in accordance with food safety standards.
• Receive, organize, and stock kitchen deliveries and inventory.
• Support culinary staff during meal service and event execution as needed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow all health department regulations, food safety practices, and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional kitchen environment at all times.

Requested Capabilities

• Previous experience as a prep cook or in a commercial kitchen preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.
• Ability to accurately follow recipes and written or verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.
• Dependable, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Ability to stand and work for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
• Ability to safely use kitchen tools, equipment, and knives.

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks to our eligible part‑time team members, including free TeleDoc visits, dental/hearing/vision benefits, and assistance with medical equipment including diabetic supplies and a wide range of ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well‑being of our team is our top priority.

Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal‑opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.