Prep Cook: Craft Fresh Dishes in a Welcoming Kitchen

Hussong; Kentucky; On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Mental health resources

Supportive work culture

Job summary

A vibrant Mexican restaurant in Kentucky is seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join their lively team. The role involves preparing a variety of dishes, ensuring food quality, and maintaining an organized kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a similar position, possess a ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification, and be passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences. The restaurant values kindness, respect, and offers competitive compensation ranging from $12.00 to $16.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook preferred.
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs.
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas to ensure safe food-handling practices.
• Ensure freshness of food through proper rotation and labeling.
• Taste and ensure all prep is correctly cooked and seasoned.
• Respond to guest feedback with urgency and professionalism.
• Communicate with incoming shift about prep priorities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knife skills

Team collaboration

Education

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification

Job description

A vibrant Mexican restaurant in Kentucky is seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join their lively team. The role involves preparing a variety of dishes, ensuring food quality, and maintaining an organized kitchen environment. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a similar position, possess a ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification, and be passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences. The restaurant values kindness, respect, and offers competitive compensation ranging from $12.00 to $16.00 per hour.