Prep Cook: Create Flavor for an Iconic Downtown Kitchen

Songteller Hotel; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

SongTeller Hotel in Nashville, part of Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel project, is seeking a Prep Cook to join our culinary team. You will assist with all prep activities, maintain mise en place, and support line cooks and banquet service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, safe food handling, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. You will help ensure quality and consistency across all outlets.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen or culinary environment preferred
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Food Handler certification per local health regulations
• Demonstrates attention to detail and strong interest in maintaining ingredient and prep quality
• Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills under the guidance of line cooks and kitchen leadership
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening per company policy

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Sous Chef to receive daily prep assignments.
• Reviews daily specials, menu changes, and preparation requirements prior to service.
• Washes, chops, and portions vegetables, proteins, and other ingredients.
• Prepares sauces, dressings, doughs, and other base items according to recipes.
• Prepares mise en place for line stations and banquet service.
• Stocks ingredients and supplies at assigned workstations.
• Assists with opening and closing duties in prep areas.
• Maintains clean, organized, and sanitary workstations and prep areas.
• Follows proper food handling, storage, labeling, and FIFO rotation procedures
• Maintains awareness of food allergies and ensures proper labeling of ingredients
• Ensures all ingredients are handled, stored, and portioned correctly to maintain quality and consistency
• Supports line cooks and kitchen team to ensure smooth service operations
• Communicates effectively and follows written and verbal instructions
• Demonstrates basic knife skills and safe food preparation techniques
• Maintains professional appearance, personal hygiene, and dependable attendance
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying kitchen conditions
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SongTeller Hotel in Nashville, part of Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel project, is seeking a Prep Cook to join our culinary team. You will assist with all prep activities, maintain mise en place, and support line cooks and banquet service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, safe food handling, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required. You will help ensure quality and consistency across all outlets.