Prep Cook

Cotton Patch Café; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Instant Pay access

Meal discounts

Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas

Recognition programs

Job summary

Cotton Patch Café is seeking a Prep Cook to join our team in the United States. You will be responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting line cooks. We are a growing brand that is passionate about quality.

Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of kitchen experience, solid knife skills, and a commitment to food safety. Enjoy flexible scheduling with competitive pay and team meal discounts.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of kitchen experience preferred (restaurant, catering, or institutional).
• Solid knife skills and comfort with basic cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, and portion vegetables and proteins.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
• Keep prep areas and equipment clean.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Reliability and punctuality

Job description

Prep Cook

Full-Time and Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling Available

At Cotton Patch Cafe, we cook scratch‑made Texas favorites and serve them with real hospitality. We're looking for a dedicated Prep Cook who takes pride in a clean workspace, moves efficiently, and loves being part of a team that cares about food.

What You’ll Do

• Wash, peel, cut, and portion vegetables, proteins, and other items to recipe specs
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards, including temperature logging
• Stock and rotate stations before service
• Assist with receiving deliveries
• Keep prep areas and equipment clean throughout the shift
• Support line cooks during service and communicate clearly with the kitchen team

What We’re Looking For

• 1–2 years of kitchen experience preferred (restaurant, catering, or institutional)
• Solid knife skills and comfort with basic cooking techniques
• Knowledge of food safety practices
• Able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable, punctual, and team‑oriented

Who We Are

• A growing Texas‑based brand with 46 locations across 2 states
• Passionate about our people, food, and communities
• Committed to quality, hospitality, and promoting from within

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling — full‑time and part‑time available
• Instant Pay accessPaid training — including the opportunity to learn scratch‑made cooking techniques
• Team Member and Friends & Family meal discounts
• Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas — spend the holidays with the people who matter
• Team recognition programs
• Voluntary benefits options

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cotton Patch Cafe is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, disability, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local law. Cotton Patch Cafe participates in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility.