Prep Cook

True Food Kitchen; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare access

Pet Insurance

Restaurant dining discount

Volunteer time

True Giving fund

Development program

Job summary

True Food Kitchen in Palo Alto is looking for a Prep Cook to bring our menu to life by preparing fresh ingredients and supporting a fast-paced kitchen. You will help keep stations stocked, maintain cleanliness, and contribute to a smooth line execution.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months of kitchen/prep experience, strong knife skills, and the flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays. A team-oriented, passionate approach to food is essential, with opportunities to grow within

Qualifications

• 6+ months kitchen/prep experience (high-volume a plus)
• Strong knife skills and recipe execution
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Team players with a passion for great food

Responsibilities

• Chop, prep, and portion fresh ingredients
• Support line cooks and keep stations stocked
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Stay active - this role keeps you on your feet!
• Wash and disinfect kitchen, tables, tools, knives, and equipment

Skills

Kitchen prep experience

Knife skills

Availability

Team player

Job description

We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world.

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to find your true purpose. We're a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

WE INVITE YOU TO COME IN FOR AN INTERVIEW MONDAY- THURSDAY BETWEEN 3-5PM. If you are unavailable during that time, please give us a call to schedule.

WHO WE'RE INVITING TO THE TABLE The Prep Cook helps bring our menu to life by preparing fresh ingredients, keeping kitchen stations stocked, and supporting smooth line execution. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in an active, fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in organization, consistency, and great food.

THE RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Chop, prep, and portion fresh ingredients
• Support line cooks and keep stations stocked
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
• Stay active - this role keeps you on your feet!
• Wash and disinfect kitchen, tables, tools, knives, and equipment

THE PERFECT PAIRING

• 6+ months kitchen/prep experience (high-volume a plus)
• Strong knife skills and recipe execution
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Team players with a passion for great food
• Join our crew, sharpen your skills, and be part of something delicious

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO

• We have a successful and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and a development program to get you to that next position in your career.
• AM/PM and Mid-day shifts available.
• Part time to 40 hours available per person.
• Part time team members are offered access to affordable, quality health care through Hooray Health and telehealth options.
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies.
• Access to expert guidance through EAP/SupportLinc which offers to help you and your family address and resolve everyday issues.
• Restaurant Dining Discount.
• Paid volunteer time to support your community and favorite charities.
• Eligible to give to and receive from the True Giving fund that supports life changing events.

If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, we believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

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