Prep Cook

RH (Restoration Hardware); Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

RH Hospitality in Palo Alto seeks a driven Prep Cook to uphold culinary standards in a fast-paced environment, contributing to guest experience.

Responsibilities include prep recipes, mise en place, organization, labeling and rotation, and collaboration with leadership on priorities and quantities. Requires 2+ years of prep experience, knowledge of food safety, legal eligibility to work, and weekend/holiday availability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of culinary experience with a focus on prep and recipe execution.
• Working knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Legal authorization to work in the country at the time of application.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of RH prep recipes and uphold quality, portioning, and technique.
• Prepare daily mise en place accurately and timely, and support kitchen readiness.
• Maintain organization while executing multiple recipes with detailed steps.
• Uphold RH standards for cleanliness, labeling, rotation, and storage.
• Collaborate with location leadership on prep priorities, timelines, and quantities.

Skills

Culinary prep experience

Food safety knowledge

Weekend & holiday availability

Job description

With over 20 Hospitality experiences worldwide, RH Hospitality continues to expand our distinguished portfolio of Restaurants within our Design Galleries globally. Our goal is to blur the line between home and hospitality, creating an integrated experience that engages our guests and immerses them in the RH lifestyle.

RH is seeking a driven Prep Cook to contribute to the culinary excellence for which RH is known. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values precision and efficiency, and takes pride in preparing ingredients that support a remarkable guest experience. As a Prep Cook, you will play a foundational role in maintaining the standards, organization and readiness of the culinary team.

Your Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of RH's prep recipes, consistently adhering to standards of quality, portioning, and technique
• Prepare daily mise en place with accuracy and timeliness, working independently while contributing to the overall readiness of the kitchen
• Maintain a high level of organization and focus while executing multiple recipes with detailed steps simultaneously
• Uphold RH's standards of quality and cleanliness, with particular attention to prep stations, ingredient storage areas, labeling and rotation practices
• Partner with location leadership to determine the prep priorities, timelines and quantities in support of upcoming services

Our Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant culinary experience with a focus on prep and recipe execution
• Working knowledge of food safety regulations
• Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the country in which they are applying at the time of application
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts

Physical Requirements

• Frequently moving and lifting items up to 55lbs using appropriate techniques and equipment
• Comfortable standing and walking for extended periods
• Commitment to upholding proper safety and sanitation standards in a commercial kitchen