Prep Cook: Build a Levantine Kitchen (Pre-Opening)

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company matching

Food & beverage discounts for staff

Pre-opening start date

Job summary

Lab 1860 in Orland Park, IL is opening a Prep Cook position that works ahead of service, breaking down, portioning, and organizing ingredients so the kitchen can operate quickly when doors open. You report to the Executive Sous Chef and collaborate with Junior Sous Chefs and Line Cooks to keep the kitchen stocked and ready.

If you take pride in prep work and supporting a fast-paced kitchen, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Solid knife skills and comfort with high-volume prep.
• Detail-oriented and organized, follow the list and label everything.
• Ability to work efficiently and stay focused during long prep shifts.
• Food Handler certification required or ability to obtain before opening.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily prep lists with accuracy and efficiency — butchering, portioning, washing, cutting, and measuring ingredients to spec.
• Maintain a clean, organized prep area and ensure all items are labeled and stored.
• Support the line during service with restocking and mise en place replenishment.
• Follow recipes, yield standards, and portion guidelines set by the Executive Sous Chef.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries, check quality and rotate stock properly.
• Adhere to all food safety, sanitation, and health code standards.

Skills

Knife skills

High-volume prep

Attention to detail

Team player

Food Handler cert

Job description

Lab 1860 in Orland Park, IL is opening a Prep Cook position that works ahead of service, breaking down, portioning, and organizing ingredients so the kitchen can operate quickly when doors open. You report to the Executive Sous Chef and collaborate with Junior Sous Chefs and Line Cooks to keep the kitchen stocked and ready.

If you take pride in prep work and supporting a fast-paced kitchen, this role is for you.