Prep Cook

Jimmy's Lodi; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Jimmy's Lodi is seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our kitchen team in Lodi, CA. You will prepare and cook a variety of dishes for restaurant guests, maintaining high quality and consistency across prep stations.

You are passionate about great food, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple prep‑projects. ServSafe or Food Handler’s certification is preferred or required to attain. Join us to help deliver exceptional dining experiences with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook experience preferred.
• Attention to detail is essential.
• Willingness to attain ServSafe or Food Handler’s certification if needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain safe food prep areas.
• Ensure freshness through proper rotation and labeling in walk-in.
• Assist with prep work and keep organized kitchen.
• Respond to guest feedback with professionalism.
• Coordinate prep items with incoming shifts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teachable

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

ServSafe or Food Handler’s certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties


• Flexible schedule


• Free food & snacks


• Opportunity for advancement


• Training & development

Why work at Jimmy's?

Working with us is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a legacy that has been serving great meals and creating memorable experiences for over four decades. Here's why you should consider joining our team:

• Great Pay: At Jimmy's, we understand the value of hard work, and we believe in rewarding our team accordingly. We offer competitive wages to ensure that your dedication and efforts are recognized and compensated fairly.


• Great Benefits: We care about the well‑being of our employees and their families. That's why we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  
  
  
  • Health Insurance: Your health is important to us. Our health insurance plans are designed to keep you and your loved ones covered.
  
  
  • Retirement Plans: Planning for the future is essential. We offer retirement plans to help you build a secure financial future.
  
  
  • Flexible Schedules: We understand the importance of work‑life balance. Our flexible scheduling options help you manage your work and personal life effectively.
  
  
  
  


• Great Guests: At Jimmy's, we have built a loyal customer base over the years, and our guests are at the heart of everything we do. Working here means being part of a community that appreciates and enjoys our food, creating a positive and rewarding atmosphere.


• Great Coworkers: Joining Jimmy's means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, respect, and camaraderie. Our staff is a diverse group of individuals who share a passion for delivering exceptional service and creating a welcoming environment.

If you're looking for more than just a job – if you want to be part of a longstanding tradition of excellence, enjoy great pay and benefits, and work alongside fantastic coworkers and guests – then Jimmy's is the place for you! Come be a part of our family and help us continue the legacy of providing exceptional dining experiences.

We are looking for an experienced Prep Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.

You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a prep cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

You also have an attention for detail, possess solid knife technique, and can manage multiple prep‑projects at one time. You excel at keeping an organized and clean walk‑in and are committed to ensuring that your co‑workers do the same.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices


• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients through effective rotation and labeling of product in the walk in.


• Taste, taste, taste. Ensure all prep is cooked and seasoned correctly.


• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism.


• Communicate with the incoming shift as to what prep items need to be completed/prioritized.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a prep cook preferred


• Attention to detail


• Teachable


• ServSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)


• Effective communication skills


• Ability to lift 30+ lbs


• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours