Prep Cook

Just Fare; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 25,571 - 36,420; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cell phone stipend

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Commuter benefits

Daily meal onsite

Job summary

Just Fare in Oakland is looking for a Prep Cook to support daily culinary operations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The position requires effective food preparation skills, monitoring inventory, and assisting in the creation of craft items like sauces and condiments.

The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of kitchen experience, a positive attitude, and the ability to lift heavy items. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, health insurance, and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a formal kitchen environment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Execute hot and cold food prep, salad bar, and grab-go production.
• Receive and store all orders/inventory.
• Complete opening and closing duties efficiently.

Skills

Professional cooking

Knife handling

Problem solving

Time management

Attendance and punctuality

Education

Basic Food Handler Certification

Job description

Position Overview

Prep Cook supports the culinary team in daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. Performs basic prep skills, monitors inventory, and assists in creating craft items, including in‑house sauces, condiments, etc.

Responsibilities

• Daily execution of hot and cold food prep, salad bar, and grab‑go production
• Assist in receiving and proper storage of all orders/inventory
• Assist in completing opening and closing duties
• Ensure time, temperature, and labeling standards are achieved

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a formal kitchen environment with a passion for food and people
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills, local and seasonal ingredients, and diverse cooking styles and cultures
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, communication, and patience
• Attendance and punctuality required with schedule flexibility determined by needs
• Ability to be a self‑sufficient problem solver and make sound decisions on the fly
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Heavy lifting of boxes containing produce or meat possible; able to lift 50+ lbs
• Basic Food Handler Certification

Schedule & Expectations

Typical schedule Monday‑Friday, 6:00 am‑2:30 pm, hours depend on service. Responsibilities include opening and closing duties and managing one’s own schedule with the supervisor.

Compensation & Benefits

• $22.50 hourly. Competitive wages in an equitable tiered pay structure for all positions; rates are non‑negotiable.
• Cell phone stipend
• Full‑time employees receive health, dental, and vision insurance and paid time off (PTO) accruals after 90 days
• 401(k) plan after 90 days
• Commuter (pre‑tax) benefits after 30 days
• Meal provided daily onsite at Oakland Commissary Kitchen
• Opportunity to develop your skills, work with amazing people, and be part of a force for social change