Prep Cook

Casa Bonita; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great earning potential

Affordable medical insurance available

Employer-sponsored dental and vision

Paid vacation and sick time

Exclusive employee discounts at our0a

Career growth opportunities

Employee family meal

Job summary

Casa Bonita is seeking a Prep Cook to join our Colorado kitchen team and help prepare a variety of dishes with fresh ingredients. You will follow established steps of service, maintain kitchen organization, and support food safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

You should have at least 3 years in a kitchen, be comfortable engaging with guests in English, and be available for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings as well as Sunday mornings.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of kitchen experience.
• Must be able to communicate in English during guest interactions.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Follow established steps of service to prepare ingredients, maintain kitchen organization, and uphold food safety and sanitation standards
• Work independently while communicating clearly and collaborating with team members
• Learn, adapt to feedback, and comply with company policies and safety regulations
• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and dice vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients
• Maintain accurate portion sizes and measurements for consistency
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances at shift end
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Public interaction

English communication

Customer service oriented

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Casa Bonita Overview

For 52 years, Casa Bonita has been synonymous with families, fanfare, and fun. Restored to its former glory in 2023, Casa transports guests back to a childlike oasis that is both mysterious and captivating, with an unforgettable dining and entertainment experience that includes live music, shows, games and memories that will last a lifetime. Our team members have a shared passion for being a part of the Casa legacy and are eager to work together to define this exciting new chapter in our history.

Casa Bonita Overview

For 52 years, Casa Bonita has been synonymous with families, fanfare, and fun. Restored to its former glory in 2023, Casa transports guests back to a childlike oasis that is both mysterious and captivating, with an unforgettable dining and entertainment experience that includes live music, shows, games and memories that will last a lifetime. Our team members have a shared passion for being a part of the Casa legacy and are eager to work together to define this exciting new chapter in our history.

Compensation Range

$21.00/Hour (This is a tip pool eligible role)

Why Join Our Team

• Great earning potential
• Affordable medical insurance available
• Employer-sponsored dental and vision
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Exclusive employee discounts at our Mercado store
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee family meal

What You’ll Do

The Prep Cook plays a key role in using fresh quality ingredients to create our variety of dishes

Responsibilities

• Follow established steps of service to efficiently prepare ingredients, maintain kitchen organization, and uphold food safety and sanitation standards
• Able to work independently while maintaining clear communication and collaborating effectively with team members
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, adapt to feedback, and comply with all company policies and safety regulations
• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and dice vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients as needed
• Pay meticulous attention to portion sizes, weights, measurements, and volume to ensure consistency and quality across all dishes
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances thoroughly at the end of each shift
• Perform other duties or tasks as assigned by any manager or VP of Operations based on business need

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a kitchen environment
• Comfortable engaging with the public
• Passionate about serving others
• Able to communicate in English effectively during guest interactions
• Must have reliable form of transportation and be able to work flexible shifts, inclusive of weekends, days, late nights, and holidays
• Regular and dependable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• This position requires consistent availability for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening shifts, as well as Sunday morning shifts, on an ongoing basis. Candidates must be able to reliably work these required shifts as part of the regular schedule expectations for the role. Availability for these shifts is a condition of employment for this position. This availability is also an essential function of the role.

Preferred

• Bilingual in Spanish
• ServSafe Food Handler certification

Physical & Environmental Demands

• Able to distinguish colors and see both up close and at a distance
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to use manual dexterity, gross motor skills, and fine motor skills
• Must be able to walk at least 10,000 steps per shift, including stairs and inclines/declines
• Able to pivot, transition between seated and standing positions, kneel, stoop, and lift throughout shifts
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Comfortable working in loud, distracting environments
• Able to multitask and work efficiently with speed, accuracy, and composure under pressure while withstanding the temperatures typical of a fast-paced, high-volume commercial kitchen setting

Benefits

Casa Bonita also offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.

All job applicants for duties to be performed at Casa must be Colorado residents at the time of application.

Deadline to Apply

09/30/26