Prep Cook

Smhg-Management-LL; Village at Wolf Creek (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Powder Mountain is seeking a Prep Cook to join our culinary team. Prep cooks fulfill daily prep duties for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Apres, maintaining cleanliness, organization and efficiency in the kitchen.

We value friendly, team-oriented individuals in a fun atmosphere with benefits and career opportunities. Key responsibilities include following recipes and prep guides, maintaining consistency, labeling and storing prep items, assisting with inventory and FIFO, and upholding strict

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• 1-3 years of professional kitchen experience in a high-volume or fine dining environment.
• Strong foundation in knife skills and safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Current Utah Food Handler’s Permit (Required).
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical requirements: ability to lift and carry up to 40+ lbs; stand for long periods; use of knives, slicers, mixers, pots and pans.

Responsibilities

• Production & Preparation: Execute daily prep tasks according to established recipes, specifications and kitchen standards, ensuring ingredients are ready for service.
• Consistency & Quality: Maintain uniform cuts, textures, and preparations; ensure prepped items meet flavor and freshness standards.
• Recipe Adherence: Follow detailed prep guides, batch recipes, and portioning requirements with accuracy.
• Organization & Efficiency: Label, date, and store all prepped items; maintain an organized workstation and contribute to kitchen flow.
• Inventory Support: Monitor product levels, communicate low-stock items to chefs, and follow FIFO to minimize waste.
• Sanitation & Safety: Uphold strict food-safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards per health regulations and company policies.
• Team Collaboration: Work with line cooks, sous chefs, and dish staff to ensure smooth service.
• Equipment Use: Operate kitchen tools safely and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Knife skills

Organization

Time management

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Safety awareness

Job description

Powder Mountain is seeking Prep Cooks to join our culinary team! Prep cooks are responsible for fulfilling prep duties for all services including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Apres. This role requires working with the team to execute daily tasks while maintaining cleanliness, organization and efficiency in the kitchen. We are seeking friendly, and team-oriented individuals to be part of our culinary F&B facilities. Fun atmosphere, excellent benefits, and career opportunity!Job Title: Prep CookDepartment: Food & Beverage - ClubStatus: Seasonal FTReporting To: Executive Chef, Sous ChefsKey Responsibilities:Production & Preparation: Execute daily prep tasks according to established recipes, specifications, and kitchen standards, ensuring ingredients are ready for service.Consistency & Quality: Maintain uniform cuts, textures, and preparations across all assigned ingredients; ensure all prepped items meet flavor and freshness standards.Recipe Adherence: Follow detailed prep guides, batch recipes, and portioning requirements with accuracy and attention to detail.Organization & Efficiency: Label, date, and store all prepped items properly; maintain an organized workstation and contribute to overall kitchen flow.Inventory Support: Assist in monitoring product levels, communicate low-stock items to chefs, and follow proper rotation (FIFO) to minimize waste.Sanitation & Safety: Uphold strict food-safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards in accordance with health-department regulations and company policies.Team Collaboration: Work closely with line cooks, sous chefs, and dish staff to ensure the kitchen stays prepared and service runs smoothly.Equipment Use: Operate kitchen tools and equipment safely and correctly, reporting any maintenance issues immediately.Requirements and/or Qualifications:18+ years of age1-3 years of professional kitchen experience in a high volume or fine dining environment.Strong foundation in knife skills and safe use of kitchen equipment.Current Utah Food Handler’s Permit (Required).Excellent organization and time management skills.Able to work in a fast-paced environment.Physical Requirements- Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to:Ability to lift and carry up to 40+ lbs.Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8+ hours)Continual use of manual dexterity for safe use of knives, slicers, mixers, pots, pans, other sharp objects, electrical shocks, etc.Working Environment:Kitchen environment with exposure to heat, cold and sharp utensils. Work location is located at high elevation, exposure to outdoor conditions including high winds, snow, and sun when outside.Company BackgroundPowder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.Together we are one team, not an \"us vs. them\" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse teams.