Prep Cook

Tucanos Brazilian Grill, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Discounted shift meals

25% off dining as guest

Career growth opportunities

Cross-training

Benefits at 30 hours/week

Guaranteed Sundays off

Job summary

Tucanos Brazilian Grill in Salt Lake City is seeking a Prep Cook to craft the show and maintain presentation standards in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prep fresh ingredients with precision and passion, ensuring the highest quality and plating aesthetics for a vibrant dining experience.

Join a team that values teamwork, pride in food, and a commitment to excellence. This role offers opportunities to grow, learn new techniques, and be part of a lively, Brazilian-inspired dining culture.

Qualifications

• A love of food, detail, and presentation.
• Pride in clean, sharp work and beautiful results.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.
• Understanding of measurements, food prep techniques, and food safety.
• Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for long periods.
• Commitment to consistency, cleanliness, and care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients with precision and passion.
• Maintain high standards of quality, cleanliness, and presentation.
• Own your station like it’s your kitchen and keep it organized.
• Contribute to a vibrant, festive dining experience for guests.
• Support fast-paced kitchen operations and teamwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

Food presentation

Team player

Food safety

Physical stamina

Job description

At Tucanos Brazilian Grill, we don’t just serve food—we throw a party every day! We’re a vibrant, high-energy team that brings the spirit of Brazil to life through sizzling churrasco, lively music, and genuine hospitality. If you’re upbeat, hardworking, and love creating unforgettable moments for guests, you’ll thrive here. We celebrate individuality while rewarding teamwork, and we believe that great things happen when passionate people work together. From your first day, you’ll be part of a fast-paced, supportive environment where fun and professionalism go hand in hand. We’re not just offering you a job—we’re offering you a chance to grow, shine, and build lasting friendships along the way.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• - Flexible scheduling – full and part time
• - Discounted shift meals
• - 25% off when dining as a guest
• - Career growth opportunities and cross-training
• - Benefits available at 30 hours/week
• - Guaranteed Sundays off—we’re closed so you can enjoy time with family and friends

Prep Cook – Culinary Craftsman & Guardian of Presentation

Craft the flavor. Own the presentation. Set the standard.

At Tucanos, every meal is a show—and as a Prep Cook, you help set the stage. You're not just prepping food; you're creating the building blocks of a vibrant, festive, and flavorful experience that guests see, smell, and taste the moment it hits their table.

In this role, you'll take pride in preparing fresh ingredients with precision, passion, and purpose. From crisp, colorful salads to savory Brazilian sides, the way our food looks matters just as much as how it tastes. You’ll own your station like it’s your kitchen—maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and presentation.

Your work impacts every guest who walks through our doors. When a plate looks beautiful, when every cut is clean, and when the colors pop—you’ve created more than food. You’ve created joy.

What We’re Looking For:

• - A love of food, detail, and presentation
• - Pride in clean, sharp work and beautiful results
• - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen
• - Understanding of measurements, food prep techniques, and food safety
• - Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and working on your feet
• - A commitment to consistency, cleanliness, and care

Prep Cook – Culinary Craftsman & Guardian of Presentation

Craft the flavor. Own the presentation. Set the standard.

At Tucanos, every meal is a show—and as a Prep Cook, you help set the stage. You're not just prepping food; you're creating the building blocks of a vibrant, festive, and flavorful experience that guests see, smell, and taste the moment it hits their table.

In this role, you'll take pride in preparing fresh ingredients with precision, passion, and purpose. From crisp, colorful salads to savory Brazilian sides, the way our food looks matters just as much as how it tastes. You’ll own your station like it’s your kitchen—maintaining the highest standards of quality, cleanliness, and presentation.

Your work impacts every guest who walks through our doors. When a plate looks beautiful, when every cut is clean, and when the colors pop—you’ve created more than food. You’ve created joy.

What We’re Looking For:

• - A love of food, detail, and presentation
• - Pride in clean, sharp work and beautiful results
• - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen
• - Understanding of measurements, food prep techniques, and food safety- Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs. and working on your feet
• - A commitment to consistency, cleanliness, and care

If you believe that food is art—and every ingredient matters—come prep with passion, take ownership, and be part of the flavor and flair that makes Tucanos unforgettable.

If you believe every dish is a chance to impress—and you take pride in every plate—step onto the line and bring the flavor, fire, and finesse that define the Tucanos experience.

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