Prep Cook

Clayton Homes (New); Maryville, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401K with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer time - Clayton Impact

Job summary

Clayton is hiring a Bistro Prep Cook to support daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced setting. You will wash, measure, and portion ingredients, prepare sauces and garnishes, and ensure proper storage and labeling.

The role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and teamwork in a busy production environment. Full-time team members receive a flexible benefits package, a 401K program with match, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs as part of Clayton's commitment to its

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to follow instructions, recipes, and standardized procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of kitchen equipment and tools.
• Team-oriented with effective communication skills.
• Years of Related Experience: 0-1 Years of general kitchen experience

Responsibilities

• Washes, cuts, measures, and portions ingredients according to recipes and production needs.
• Prepares basic components such as sauces, dressings, and garnishes.
• Labels, dates, and properly stores prepared ingredients.
• Stocks and organizes prep stations and kitchen supplies for service.
• Assists cooks with basic recipe preparation and food assembly.
• Ensures ingredients are readily available to support efficient workflow.
• Follows all food handling, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Maintains proper food storage and temperature controls.
• Comply with company policies and local health regulations.
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Maintains an organized and hazard-free kitchen environment.
• Assists with dishwashing and waste disposal as needed confirms work is accurate and in compliance with instructions and established procedures.

Skills

Food prep basics

Food safety

Team player

Attention to detail

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bistro Prep Cook Duties

• Washes, cuts, measures, and portions ingredients according to recipes and production needs
• Prepares basic components such as sauces, dressings, and garnishes
• Labels, dates, and properly stores prepared ingredients
• Stocks and organizes prep stations and kitchen supplies for service
• Assists cooks with basic recipe preparation and food assembly
• Ensures ingredients are readily available to support efficient workflow
• Follows all food handling, sanitation, and hygiene standards
• Maintains proper food storage and temperature controls
• Comply with company policies and local health regulations
• Cleans and sanitizes work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Maintains an organized and hazard-free kitchen environment
• Assists with dishwashing and waste disposal as needed confirms work is accurate and in compliance with instructions and established procedures.

Bistro Prep Cook Requirements

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and safe food handling practices
• Ability to follow instructions, recipes, and standardized procedures
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of kitchen equipment and tools
• Team-oriented with effective communication skills
• Years of Related Experience: 0-1 Years of general kitchen experience
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more. As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program. At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members. Clayton’s Home Office campus offers an onsite restaurant, onsite fitness facility with full gym, in-person and virtual workout classes, yoga / barre studio, volleyball and basketball courts, walking paths, and a disc golf course. Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Compensation

Grade Pay Range $20.39 - $23.99

Business Unit - B00015

Home Team

The Clayton story began in 1956 with a simple but powerful mission – helping more hardworking families across America achieve homeownership. Clayton is committed to Opening Doors to a Better Life. We are a leading single family, values driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices, and creating a world class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. Our success is in our team members – join our team and see how you can help us build a better tomorrow. As a shared service, Home Team team members support many functions across the Clayton enterprise. The Home Team includes wellbeing, internal audit, accounting/finance, marketing, legal, campus operations, and more. We believe our strength is our people. That's why we invest in opportunities for our team members to personally and professionally grow. As a leader in modern and attainable housing, Clayton is committed to delivering forward-looking technology solutions. With a dedicated team of over 500 technology professionals, we continue to evolve and innovate, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our industry. Our collaborative and innovative culture encourages team members to grow to their full potential. Our focus on team member experience, development and engagement is paramount, offering career pathing and leadership development opportunities to foster growth and success within our organization. Clayton Home Building Group has more than 12,000 team members across the United States, and built more than 59,000 homes last year. Home Building Group makes the dream of homeownership a reality every single day, delivering quality-built homes at an attainable price. We are dedicated to a world-class team member experience, environmentally responsible building practices and helping provide attainable housing for all. This business unit is comprised of Clayton Manufacturing, Clayton Supply, and Clayton Properties Group. With 2,900+ team members and 400+ Retail locations nationwide, our home consultants create a world-class home buying experience by assisting customers in identifying a floor plan, selecting options, and coordinating the construction process. Clayton Retail sells more than 25,000 homes annually, as we strive to help customers achieve homeownership across America.