Prep Cook/AM Receiver

GreatHorse; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GreatHorse, located in Hampden, Massachusetts, seeks a Prep Cook/AM Receiver to prepare items per recipes and support daily receiving and organization of deliveries. The role supports kitchen operations with a focus on quality, freshness, and presentation, from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm in a non-tipping facility.

Responsibilities include washing and preparing produce, butchering and cooking seafood and meat, organizing prep lists, and coordinating with chefs to ensure efficient service.

Qualifications

• Experience as prep cook is a plus.
• Must be physically able to stand long hours.
• Availability to work weekends and various shifts.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good oral communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Wash, prepare, and cut fruits and vegetables.
• Butcher and cook meat, poultry, fish, and seafood.
• Organize workstations and prep lists for each shift.
• Ensure proper plate presentation and timely menu item coordination.
• Maintain cleanliness of coolers and storage areas.
• Coordinate deliveries and FIFO inventory.
• Maintain regular attendance per company policies.

Skills

Physical stamina

Weekend shifts

Multi-tasking

Good oral communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Prep cook experience (plus)

Job description

Position Summary

The Prep Cook/AM Receiver is responsible for preparing food items according to established recipes and kitchen standards while supporting the daily receiving and organization of food and supply deliveries. This position ensures ingredients are properly prepared, stored, labeled, and readily available for kitchen operations, while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. The Prep Cook/AM Receiver works closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and kitchen team to support efficient daily operations and maintain high standards for food quality, freshness, and presentation. The scheduled hours for this position is 6:00 am-2:00 pm. Please note that GreatHorse is a non-tipping facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Prepare, butcher, and cook meat, poultry, fish, and seafood.
• Prepare work checklist and organize workstations for each shift/abide by prep lists set forth by chefs.
• Present food using proper plate presentation techniques.
• Coordinate completion of menu items.
• Check and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quantity, and quality of food.
• Requisition food with necessary approvals according to policy
• Take proper care of ranges, ovens, boilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipment.
• Ensure station prep is rotated and prepared to reduce waste.
• Be efficient in preparing stocks, soups, sauces, sandwiches, salads, and sautéed items.
• Understand prep and execution.
• Collect, confirm, and organize daily deliveries in appropriate locations using the FIFO system.
• Check daily par level for ordering.
• Consult with Sous Chefs for daily ordering.
• Maintain reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

Your Skills

• Previous work experience as a prep cook in a restaurant/club is a plus.
• Physical ability and stamina to stand for long hours.
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends.
• Multi-tasking abilities
• Good oral communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced work environment.
• Have a good attitude and participate as a member of the team.

Physical Demands

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort to manage objects over 30 pounds.
• Required to walk or stand for extended periods.

Our Story

We love golf, but we don't love pretentiousness. That's why GreatHorse was built around the idea of bringing together like-minded members who value an exceptional lifestyle without being bound by a long list of rules.

Located in Hampden, Massachusetts, GreatHorse is a private golf club that feels more like an upscale mountain retreat. Our members enjoy world-class golf, breathtaking views, and exceptional clubhouse amenities, including luxury lodging, an outdoor pool and bar, a private spa and fitness center, golf simulators, tennis and pickleball courts, transportation services, and an award-winning restaurant and bar. Our culinary team proudly features seasonal ingredients sourced from Our Farm at GreatHorse, located just a few miles from the club.

It's Different Here. Come experience the GreatHorse difference.

GreatHorse, LLC EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.