Prep Cook

Hussong; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hussong’s Mexican Cantina in the United States is hiring an experienced Prep Cook to join our team. You’ll prepare and cook a variety of dishes for guests, maintain clean stations, and contribute to a friendly, fast-paced service environment.

The ideal candidate has prep cook experience, ServeSafe or Food Handler certification (or willingness to obtain), the ability to lift 30+ lbs, and to stand for 8+ hours. We value teamwork, reliability, and a passion for quality food.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook experience is preferred.
• Must be willing to attain ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs and stand for 8+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain food preparation areas for safety and sanitation.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes for guests.
• Ensure freshness and proper labeling of ingredients.
• Keep walk-in organized and clean; track waste as needed.
• Communicate prep priorities to the incoming shift.

Skills

Prep cook experience

Team player

Stand 8+ hours

Lift 30+ lbs

Tools

ServeSafe certification

Food Handler’s certification

Job description

Join the Hussong’s family! We’re all about creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, and it all starts with the incredible team we build together. We’re on the lookout for passionate, energetic individuals who love hospitality and want to be part of a lively, welcoming environment. At Hussong’s Mexican Cantina, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll discover a fun, family-like atmosphere where kindness, respect, and integrity set us apart. If you’re ready to work somewhere that values YOU and offers a vibrant, exciting place to grow and learn, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an experienced Prep Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.

You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a prep cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

You also have an attention for detail, possess solid knife technique, and can manage multiple prep-projects at one time. You excel at keeping an organized and clean walk-in and are committed to ensuring that your co-workers do the same. You take seriously the responsibility of tracking waste and communicate with your managers when something in the waste log is of concern.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients through effective rotation and labeling of product in the walk in.
• Taste, taste, taste. Ensure all prep is cooked and seasoned correctly.
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism.
• Communicate with the incoming shift as to what prep items need to be completed/prioritized.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook preferred.
• Teachable.
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Compensation: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receiveconsideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any othercharacteristic protected by law.

We extend the same kindness and generosity to our staff by offering insurance benefits, mental health resources and support. We pride ourselves on our strong culture and core values that act as a foundation for every decision process we make.

We are deeply grateful and enjoy celebrating the contributions of our many tenured associates. It’s these guiding principles, along with our empathy and inclusion that lead to Hussong’s regularly being recognized as a great place to work.

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