Prep Cook

Luminary Hotel & Co; United States; On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Free meal

Job summary

Fenway Hotel in Dunedin, FL is seeking a dependable Full-Time Prep Cook to join our culinary team. This hands-on role requires organization, sanitation, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare ingredients, sauces, stocks, and assist with banquet dinners and events.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year restaurant experience, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work well with a team under pressure. Benefits include medical, 401(k), PTO and dining discounts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of restaurant experience.
• Previous culinary/kitchen experience required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to take direction while working independently.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Remain professional under pressure and maintain cleanliness and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vegetables by peeling, slicing, dicing, chopping, and portioning.
• Prepare stocks, dressings, sauces, and vinaigrettes.
• Cook bulk-prep items including braised meats, soups, and sides.
• Perform basic butchering and processing of poultry and fish.
• Assist with baking and pastry preparation.
• Prepare and portion food for cooking and service.
• Assist with plating for dinners, banquets, and events.
• Stock kitchen supplies and manage storage locations.
• Receive, load, and unload deliveries and equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations, floors, and surfaces.
• Follow sanitation, handwashing, and knife-safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Ability to work independently

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Join the Culinary Team at Fenway Hotel

We’re looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let’s see if we’re a fit. We hope so.

Are you someone who takes pride in great food, a clean kitchen, and being part of a team that delivers an exceptional guest experience? Fenway Hotel is looking for a dependable, energetic Full‑Time Prep Cook to join our culinary team in Dunedin, FL. This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced kitchen, staying organized, and helping set the team up for success. From preparing fresh ingredients and sauces to assistingwith banquet dinners, baking, and keeping the kitchen running smoothly, you’ll play an important role in what comes out of our kitchen every day.

What You’ll Do

As a Prep Cook, you’ll support the culinary team with daily food preparation, kitchen organization, sanitation, and service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Prepare vegetables by peeling, slicing, dicing, chopping, and portioning.
• Prepare stocks, salad dressings, sauces, and vinaigrettes.
• Cook bulk-prep items, including braised meats, soups, sides, and other menu components.
• Perform basic butchering and processing of whole poultry and fish.
• Assist with baking and pastry preparation.
• Prepare and portion food products for cooking and service.
• Assist with plating dinners and other food preparation for banquets and events.
• Stock kitchen supplies and ensure items are stored in their designated locations.
• Receive, load, and unload food deliveries and kitchen supplies.
• Restock clean dishes, flatware, cookware, and equipment.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations, coolers, freezers, equipment, walls, and floors.
• Sweep, scrub, and mop kitchen floors as needed.
• Assist with dishwashing—all members of the kitchen team contribute to keeping the operation clean and organized.
• Remove trash, clean garbage containers, and maintain designated trash areas.
• Follow Safe Staff sanitation standards, proper handwashing procedures, food‑safety requirements, and knife‑safety procedures.
• Maintain a professional appearance, uniform, and personal grooming.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with fellow team members.
• Take ownership and pride in the hotel, restaurant, kitchen, and guest experience.
• Perform additional duties as requested by management to support our guests and the culinary operation.

What You’ll Have

We’re looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, and ready to contribute to the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, equivalent, or higher.
• Minimum of 1 year of restaurant experience.
• Previous culinary/kitchen experience required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast‑paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to take direction while also working independently.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to remain professional and productive during high‑pressure situations.
• Sound judgment and problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and quality.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands‑on culinary position. Team members must be able to:

• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Work extended hours when business needs require.
• Work around hot stoves, grills, and other commercial kitchen equipment.
• Safely and effectively use knives and kitchen machinery.
• Cut, chop, portion, and prepare food throughout the shift.
• Lift up between 20 - 35 pounds.
• Communicate clearly with team members.
• Work effectively in a physically demanding, fast‑paced kitchen environment.

What Success Looks Like

Our ideal Prep Cook doesn’t just complete a prep list—they help create a kitchen that is clean, organized, safe, prepared, and ready to deliver an outstanding experience for every guest. If you're dependable, enjoy working with food, and want to be part of a collaborative hospitality team, we’d love to hear from you.

Mainsail is an Equal Opportunity Employer and it does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy‑related conditions), gender identity expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military service and veteran status, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

Company Overview

Mainsail Lodging & Development is an award‑winning, Tampa, Florida‑based company specializing in hotel, furnished housing, and resort property management and development, marketing and sales. An established company with a dynamic entrepreneurial spirit, Mainsail prides itself in finding unique lodging opportunities with a purpose and applying its passion and expertise to each project. Find your dream career within an impressive portfolio of top‑branded properties throughout the southeastern United States and Caribbean. Each Mainsail property inspires guests with a distinct character and meticulously crafted, sophisticated style, from a private island resort, and urban culinary showplaces, to waterfront marvels, boutique southern hotels, and a historic jazz era icon. Stay Sojo, Mainsail’s newest brand, provides short‑term furnished living options across the country, while Mainsail Vacation Rentals manages a collection of private, luxury vacation homes in Florida.

Benefits

A bright future with stellar benefits awaits!

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• HSA & Flexible Spending Account
• Basic Life & Disability Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Volunteer Time Off
• Holiday Pay & Bereavement Leave
• Growth & Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Discounts for hotel team members through Marriott Explore Program
• FREE meal (full‑service hotel team members only)