Prep Cook

Clyde's Restaurant Group; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedule

Excellent Training

Generous 401k

Restaurant Discounts

Meal Discount

Job summary

Clyde's Restaurant Group is opening Ebbitt House in Reston, VA, inviting you to join the opening team as a Prep Cook. You will work on prep, line, and kitchen support to deliver classic American dishes with hospitality at the forefront.

We seek hardworking, attentive team players willing to work early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays. The role offers flexible shifts, industry training, and strong benefits as part of a stable, growing company.

Qualifications

• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service.
• Experience as a prep cook desired, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Ability to read and prep recipes to measurements and standards.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, slice, dice, chop, and otherwise prepare raw vegetables, meat and fish
• Use a commercial food slicer to slice various meats, cheese, and vegetables
• Use a commercial food processor to prep foods
• Operate both convection and conventional ovens and gas ranges
• Lift, handle, weigh, and portion food items using a commercial portion control scale
• Label, date, and store prepped product
• Clean, wipe, and scour prep equipment and machinery, and sweep and mop prep area floors

Skills

Hardworking

Attentive

Hospitality-driven

Flexible schedule

Reading recipes

Tools

Commercial food slicer

Commercial food processor

Convection ovens

Gas ranges

Portion control scale

Job description

Location: Reston, VA, United States
Date Posted: Aug 27, 2026

Clyde's Restaurant Group, which owns 14 concepts in the DMV, is proud to introduce Ebbitt House, a sister concept of the historic Old Ebbitt Grill.

Opening summer 2026 at Reston Station on the Silver Metro Line, Ebbitt House will serve up Old Ebbitt Grill’s iconic American classics, twice-daily happy hours, an oyster-fueled raw bar, and towering seafood displays.

We’re building our opening team now—come be part of a restaurant that’s set to make waves!

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A PREP COOK

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A PREP COOK

• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• Experience as a prep cook desired, preferably in a high-volume restaurant
• Ability to read and prep recipes to measurements and standards
• Available to work a variable schedule including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A PREP COOK

• Wash, peel, slice, dice, chop, and otherwise prepare raw vegetables, meat and fish
• Use a commercial food slicer to slice various meats, cheese, and vegetables
• Use a commercial food processor to prep foods
• Operate both convection and conventional ovens and gas ranges
• Lift, handle, weigh, and portion food items using a commercial portion control scale
• Label, date, and store prepped product
• Clean, wipe, and scour prep equipment and machinery, and sweep and mop prep area floors

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.