Prep Cook

J. Alexander's Restaurants; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/vision/Life and disability

401(k) with company match

Team-member discounts

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

J. Alexander's Restaurant is a contemporary American restaurant known for its scratch-made wood-fired cuisine.

Our Naples, Florida locations provide a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen where line and prep cooks contribute to a high‑standard dining experience. We offer part-time or full-time hours with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus 401(k) with company match, flexible scheduling, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble dishes per recipes while maintaining quality.
• Keep a clean, organized station and follow sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with opening and closing duties and support teammates in a fast-paced kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Knife handling

Slicer

Mixer

Team player

Tools

Knives

Slicer

Mixer

Stoves

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 DNA.

Why Choose Us

• Part‑time or full‑time hours at a highly competitive rate of pay.
• Comprehensive benefits program offered to all team members – including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plus voluntary benefits.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate school, life and family.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Team‑member discounts.
• 401(k) with company match.

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.

Responsibilities

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.