Prep Cook

StaffedUp; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth’s is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to support our culinary team. This position focuses on preparing ingredients and assisting with daily kitchen production to ensure smooth service.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining a clean workstation, and helping with sauces, stocks, and garnishes in a fast-paced environment. Teamwork and safety are essential for daily success.

Experience with fine dining or plant-based cuisine is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen or food preparation experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Dependable, organized, and punctual.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting kitchen supplies as needed.
• Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and high culinary standards.
• Experience with fine dining or plant-based cuisine is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to recipes and chef specifications.
• Wash, peel, cut, portion, and properly store produce and other ingredients.
• Assist with sauces, stocks, garnishes, and other components of menu preparation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food.
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries.
• Help maintain kitchen equipment and storage areas.
• Work efficiently with the culinary team to complete daily prep lists.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned by the Chef.

Skills

Attention to detail

Recipe adherence

Fast-paced kitchen

Dependable

Punctual

Physical stamina

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Elizabeth’s is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to support our culinary team. This position is responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting with daily kitchen production to ensure smooth and efficient service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to recipes and chef specifications

• Wash, peel, cut, portion, and properly store produce and other ingredients

• Assist with sauces, stocks, garnishes, and other components of menu preparation

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation

• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food

• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures

• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries

• Help maintain kitchen equipment and storage areas

• Work efficiently with the culinary team to complete daily prep lists

• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned by the Chef

Qualifications

• Previous professional kitchen or food preparation experience preferred

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen

• Dependable, organized, and punctual

• Comfortable standing for extended periods and lifting kitchen supplies as needed

• Commitment to cleanliness, food safety, and high culinary standards

Experience with fine dining or plant-based cuisine is helpful but not required.