Prep Cook

Moxie Bread Co; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Wellness resources

Job summary

Moxie Bread Co is looking for a Prep Cook to join our kitchen, preparing recipes and crafting moxie products. You will prep components for our sandwich team, assist with pastries, and build grab-and-go items for multiple locations.

You’ll work closely with kitchen and pastry chefs to keep the kitchen efficient and recipes consistent. Ideal candidates have basic knife skills, a passion for quality, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook or in a similar kitchen role is preferred but not required.
• Basic knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques. Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Food safety knowledge, certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow Moxie recipes and builds to accurately make products.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of your work area and the facility.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of ingredients.
• Support other teammates and departments as necessary.
• Maintain and clean kitchen equipment, including knives, blenders, and mixers.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Follow recipes

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Wellness resources

Must embody and imbue the Moxie Bread Co. core values of: kindness, innovation, honesty, strong work ethic, positive attitude, creating a supportive and friendly environment for their team, their customers and the wider Moxie team.

Summary

As a Prep Cook at Moxie Bread Co, you will play a crucial role in our kitchen by preparing recipes and crafting moxie products. Your responsibilities will include prepping components for our sandwich team, helping craft pastry items such as cookies and brownies and building grab and go items for all three of our Moxie Locations. Ensuring that all food is prepared according to our recipes and standards, you will work closely with the kitchen and pastry chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure that the kitchen runs as efficiently as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation

• Follow Moxie Recipes and builds to accurately make products

Kitchen Organization

• Maintain organization and cleanliness of your individual work area and the facility as a whole
• Put away orders as they are received in their appropriate places and consolidating as needed

Food Safety

• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of ingredients.

Cooking Assistance

• Support other teammates and departments as necessary

Equipment Maintenance

• Maintain and clean kitchen equipment, including knives, blenders, and mixers. Report any maintenance or repair needs.

Collaboration

• Work effectively with other kitchen staff to accomplish projects in a timely manner
• Work alongside staff in multiple departments

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook or in a similar kitchen role is preferred but not required.
• Basic knife skills and knowledge of cooking techniques. Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Food safety knowledge, certification preferred..

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity for handling delicate items and using equipment

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, noise, and potential hazards.
• Flexibility in working hours, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays, may be required.

Moxie Bread Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, nationality, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Diversity is celebrated within our organization and we welcome all to join the Moxie team.