Prep Cook

Wolfgang Puck Worldwide, Inc.; Kihei (HI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfgang Puck Worldwide, Inc. in Hawaii is seeking a Prep Cook to support the culinary team by preparing ingredients, maintaining an organized workstation, and executing fundamental cooking tasks with consistency and care.

The role requires 2+ years kitchen prep experience, solid cooking technique knowledge, and strong knife skills in a fast-paced, high-standard setting with strict safety and sanitation practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of kitchen prep experience.
• Solid understanding of basic cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knife skills and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Execute prep lists and assignments as directed by Chefs
• Set up and maintain organized, clean workstations
• Wash, peel, cut, portion, and prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, poultry, game, and seafood
• Accurately measure and weigh ingredients
• Perform basic cooking techniques including reducing sauces, parboiling, steaming, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, braising, boiling, poaching, and broiling
• Label, date, and properly store all food items
• Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and removing trash
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and rotating inventory
• Lift and transport equipment and supplies as needed
• Support additional kitchen duties as assigned

Skills

Conversational English

Read & follow instructions

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Buffalo choppers

Mixers

Slicers

Scales

Woks

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Prep Cook supports the culinary team by preparing ingredients, maintaining an organized workstation, and executing fundamental cooking tasks with consistency and care. This position requires a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to perform efficiently under pressure while adhering to food safety, sanitation, and quality standards.

Pay: $20 - $23 / hour

Execute prep lists and assignments as directed by Chefs

Set up and maintain organized, clean workstations

Wash, peel, cut, portion, and prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, poultry, game, and seafood

Accurately measure and weigh ingredients

Perform basic cooking techniques including reducing sauces, parboiling, steaming, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, braising, boiling, poaching, and broiling

Label, date, and properly store all food items

Maintain cleanliness by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and removing trash

Follow all health, safety, and sanitation standards

Assist with receiving, stocking, and rotating inventory

Lift and transport equipment and supplies as needed

Support additional kitchen duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

Minimum of 2 years of kitchen prep experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Solid understanding of basic cooking techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment

Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Strong knife skills and manual dexterity

Preferred:

Prep Cook experience in a fine dining or high-volume upscale restaurant

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Conversational English required

Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions

Basic math skills related to weights, measures, and portions

Strong team-oriented mindset and professional work ethic

Commitment to food quality, consistency, and cleanliness

Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment including (but not limited to):

Mixers, slicers, scales, buffalo choppers, woks

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Frequent use of hands and arms for handling tools and food

Regular lifting up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs

Ability to bend, reach, stoop, and kneel

Visual acuity for close detail, depth perception, and color recognition

Fast-paced professional kitchen environment

Regular exposure to heat, noise, and moving mechanical equipment

Occasional exposure to cold environments (walk-ins/freezers)

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may be asked to perform additional duties as needed to support kitchen operations.

Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Communication Skills

Intermediate

Intermediate

Culinary Arts

Some Knowledge

cleaning and sanitation

Intermediate

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Experience

1 year: Prep Cook or Similar, or equivalent training

Equal Opportunity Employer
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