Prep Cook

J. Alexander's Restaurants Career Center; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

401(k) with company match

Opportunity for upward growth

Job summary

J. Alexander's Restaurants Career Center is seeking a prep cook for our scratch kitchen, known for its contemporary American cuisine. You will work in a fast-paced, open-kitchen environment with a focus on high-quality food presentation and execution.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining a clean station, and coordinating with team members to ensure timely service. 18+ years old, flexible shifts, and willingness to grow within a supportive hospitality culture are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate dishes according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain clean and organized prep station and stations during service.
• Coordinate with assembler, expo, and management to ensure smooth food flow.
• Follow sanitation protocols and assist with opening/closing duties.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Strong communication

Flexibility

Tools

Knives

Slicer

Mixer

Stoves and ovens

Job description

PREP COOK

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’s 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:

• Competitive Compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Opportunity for Upward Growth

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.

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.