Prep Cook

Anthony; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hands-on training

Career growth

Job summary

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza in Westwood, MA is seeking a Prep Cook to prepare ingredients for signature dishes and follow recipes with accuracy. You will keep your prep station stocked and organized, supporting a smooth kitchen operation.

Join a team that values attention to detail and high sanitation standards while delivering a great guest experience. The role often starts part-time with potential for full-time advancement, with health benefits for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Must follow recipes with accuracy and precision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Prior kitchen experience preferred but not required for entry-level prep cooks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for signature dishes according to recipes.
• Follow recipes and portioning standards to ensure consistency.
• Keep prep station stocked, organized, and clean.
• Maintain strict food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures.

Skills

Communication

Stamina

Teamwork

Food Safety

Attention to detail

Knife skills

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Mixers

Job description

If you take pride in precision, love working with fresh ingredients, and thrive behind the scenes, Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza could be the perfect place for you. Our coal-fired ovens and scratch-made recipes rely on the skill and dedication of our prep cooks to set the foundation for every great dish. At Anthony’s, we don’t just hire employees—we welcome new members into our family. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and real opportunities to grow within a supportive, high-performing team environment.

As a Prep Cook, you’ll be responsible for preparing ingredients for signature dishes, following recipes with accuracy, and ensuring your station is fully stocked and organized. Your attention to detail, consistency, and focus on food safety help keep the kitchen running efficiently and the guest experience exceptional. If you’re dependable, driven, and ready to take the next step in your culinary journey, we’d love to have you on our team.

What it Takes to be a Part of the Team

• Communicate clearly and effectively with kitchen staff, managers, and fellow team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Stay on your feet and physically active throughout your shift in a fast-paced environment
• Be a dependable team player—ready to step in and support wherever needed
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and storage procedures to maintain a clean and safe prep area
• Safely lift up to 50 pounds as part of regular prep and restocking duties
• Bend, reach, and move comfortably to meet the demands of kitchen prep work
• Accurately follow Anthony’s recipes and portioning standards to ensure consistency and quality
• Demonstrate knowledge of proper food handling, preparation, and sanitation practices
• Safely and effectively operate kitchen tools and equipment, including knives, slicers, mixers, and other prep tools
• Maintain high sanitation standards, including frequent and proper handwashing, clean workstations, and safe food handling

We offer hands-on training, opportunities for career growth, and a supportive team environment. Prep Cook positions typically start as part-time, with the potential to move into full-time roles. Full-time employees are eligible for health benefits.

Prior experience is highly preferred in one or more of the following roles: line cook, prep cook, grill cook, fry cook, chef, or back-of-house (BOH) team member. Experience with restaurant brands or fast-paced kitchen environments is a plus, whether full-time or part-time.

119 University Ave, Westwood, MA 02090, USA