Prep Cook

Studio City; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k match

Free shift meal

Employee discount

Growth opportunities

Job summary

goop kitchen is hiring a Utility Chef in Los Angeles to join our clean-eating concept. You will prep, portion, and assemble cold foods, keep the kitchen stocked, and ensure a sanitary, safe environment for staff and guests.

This role requires a careful, precise approach and teamwork under a fast-paced schedule. We value a passionate individual with a food handler certificate (or willingness to obtain one) and a bilingual ability (Spanish/English).

Qualifications

• Must have food handler certification or be willing to obtain one.
• Thrives in a fast-paced kitchen with attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork and communication in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Prep, portion, and assemble cold food with care and precision.
• Keep ingredients and supplies stocked and organized.
• Wash dishes and maintain a clean, sanitized, and safe kitchen.
• Uphold safety and sanitation requirements for health and safety of staff and guests.
• Communicate clearly with team to keep service running smoothly.

Skills

Food safety

Team work

Bilingual

Education

Food handler cert (or willing to obtain)

Job description

Join the clean food movement.goop kitchen is on a mission to to build the most trusted and exceptional, clean food and hospitality company for the world. Every meal we serve reflects our commitment to quality ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and genuine hospitality. We envision a world where clean eating is just eating—where food that’s good for you is also vibrant, satisfying, and deeply enjoyable.

We call the Prep Cooks our Utility Chefs. We need a Utility Chef who takes pride in the details that make every bowl, wrap, and plate goop Certified Clean. You’ll be the backbone of our kitchen, upholding standards that let our guests trust every bite. If you love precision, being a team player who moves with purpose, and want to grow your culinary career with a fast-growing, health-forward brand — this is your line in.

Your Impact:

• Prep, portion, and assemble cold food with care and precision
• Keep ingredients and supplies stocked and organized
• Wash dishes and maintain a clean, sanitized, and safe kitchen at all times
• Uphold company safety and sanitation requirements to ensure the health and safety of our employees + guests
• Communicate clearly with your team to keep service running smoothly

Your Benefits:

• Medical, Dental Vision Insurance*
• 401k match*
• Free shift meal
• Employee discount
• Opportunity to build and work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on a rapidly growing brand.

* depending on eligibility

Your Essentials :

• 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Comfort in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• A passion for fresh, scratch-made food
• Food handler certification (or willingness to get one)
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus

The Essential Functions of the Job:

• Standing / Walking: Comfortable working and walking on your feet and standing for shifts of up to 8 hours
• Lifting / Carrying: Routinely handling items up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handling items 40-50 lbs
• Bending / Reaching / Kneeling: For accessing low and high areas and handling items, includes receiving orders, restocking, prep and portioning, retrieving kitchen and dishwashing equipment and tools
• Repetitive Motion: Frequent tasks like cleaning, chopping, assembling, and mixing
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle knives, kitchen tools, and equipment with precision and safety. Interacting with systems and managing cleaning tools
• Temperature Tolerance: Must be able to work in hot, cold, and humid environments, including near ovens, stoves, and refrigeration units.

About goop kitchen goop kitchen is an upscale fast-casual concept, founded by Gwyneth Paltrow in 2021, serving real, clean, and delicious food made-to-order. The brand focuses on thoughtfully sourced ingredients and chef-driven menus designed primarily for delivery and takeout.

goop kitchen provides equal opportunities for all employees and applicants, without regard to sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, any service in the uniformed services of the United States, or any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law.