Prep Cook/Dish Washer - Production Kitchen

Golden Route Operations, LLC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

MaMa Jean's is seeking a hands-on Prep Cook / Dishwasher to support daily kitchen operations in Springfield, MO. You will prep produce and ingredients, operate dishwashing and sanitation processes, and help maintain a clean, safe food-prep environment.

Responsibilities include following recipe specs, practicing FIFO, and collaborating with kitchen staff to meet prep timelines. A strong work ethic and ability to work in a hot, wet environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook, dishwashing, or food service experience preferred.
• Basic knife skills, equipment operation knowledge, and understanding of hygiene/food safety principles.
• Food handler certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, reliability, and physical stamina.
• Ability to work in a hot, wet environment, stand for full shift duration, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily prep lists by washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, dicing, weighing, and portioning raw produce, proteins, and dry ingredients per recipe specifications.
• Safely operate commercial prep equipment, including slicers, food processors, immersion blenders, and mandolines.
• Maintain strict separation of raw meats, produce, and allergen-sensitive ingredients to prevent cross-contamination.
• Assist in assembling cold grab-and-go kits, salad bases, and simple component prep as assigned.
• Operate, load, and maintain commercial dishwashing equipment and 3-compartment sink stations according to health and sanitation standards.
• Wash, sanitize, air-dry, and organize pots, pans, sheet pans, mixing bowls, utensils, cutting boards, and machine parts.
• Monitor and log dishwasher chemical concentrations, water temperatures, and sanitizer PPM levels daily.
• Store clean cookware and tools in designated storage areas to keep production lines fully supplied.
• Maintain clean, safe prep stations, floors, drains, and high-touch surfaces throughout shift hours.
• Empty trash, compost, recycling, and cardboard bins routinely; maintain clean and orderly dumpster areas.
• Sweep, mop, and scrub kitchen floors, walk-ins, and storage spaces using proper chemical dilutions.
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly deep-cleaning checklists for kitchen equipment, hoods, and storage shelving.
• Inspect incoming raw produce and ingredients for quality, reporting defects or spoilage to management.
• Practice FIFO (First-In, First-Out) product rotation when pulling ingredients, and clearly label/date all prepped items.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and organizing delivery shipments in walk-ins and storerooms.
• Communicate with kitchen staff to prioritize prep needs, retrieve soiled items, and restock clean cookware ahead of production needs.
• Report chemical shortages, dish machine issues, or maintenance needs promptly to the Production Kitchen Manager.
• Execute precise, efficient knife cuts and ingredient prep adhering strictly to recipe specifications.
• Maintain high sanitation and personal hygiene standards, ensuring clean equipment is free of food residue and chemical streaks.
• Work with urgency and adaptability to prevent dish station backlogs and complete prep lists on schedule.
• Consistently complete daily prep and cleaning routines with minimal supervision.
• Follow all chemical safety guidelines, wet floor protocols, and wear required PPE at all times.

Skills

Prep cook

Dishwashing

Food safety

Knife skills

Equipment operation

Food handler cert

Job description

• Location 228 West Sunshine Street,Springfield, MO, 65804,United States
• Job Category Prep Cook, Dishwasher, Production

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Key Responsibilities

Execute daily prep lists by washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, dicing, weighing, and portioning raw produce, proteins, and dry ingredients per recipe specifications.

Safely operate commercial prep equipment, including slicers, food processors, immersion blenders, and mandolines.

Maintain strict separation of raw meats, produce, and allergen-sensitive ingredients to prevent cross-contamination.

Assist in assembling cold grab-and-go kits, salad bases, and simple component prep as assigned.

Sanitation & Warewashing

Operate, load, and maintain commercial dishwashing equipment and 3-compartment sink stations according to health and sanitation standards.

Wash, sanitize, air-dry, and organize pots, pans, sheet pans, mixing bowls, utensils, cutting boards, and machine parts.

Monitor and log dishwasher chemical concentrations, water temperatures, and sanitizer PPM levels daily.

Store clean cookware and tools in designated storage areas to keep production lines fully supplied.

Facility Cleanliness & Safety

Maintain clean, safe prep stations, floors, drains, and high-touch surfaces throughout shift hours.

Empty trash, compost, recycling, and cardboard bins routinely; maintain clean and orderly dumpster areas.

Sweep, mop, and scrub kitchen floors, walk-ins, and storage spaces using proper chemical dilutions.

Execute daily, weekly, and monthly deep-cleaning checklists for kitchen equipment, hoods, and storage shelving.

Inventory, Receiving & Communication

Inspect incoming raw produce and ingredients for quality, reporting defects or spoilage to management.

Practice FIFO (First-In, First-Out) product rotation when pulling ingredients, and clearly label/date all prepped items.

Assist with receiving, unpacking, and organizing delivery shipments in walk-ins and storerooms.

Communicate with kitchen staff to prioritize prep needs, retrieve soiled items, and restock clean cookware ahead of production needs.

Report chemical shortages, dish machine issues, or maintenance needs promptly to the Production Kitchen Manager.

Execute precise, efficient knife cuts and ingredient prep adhering strictly to recipe specifications.

Maintain high sanitation and personal hygiene standards, ensuring clean equipment is free of food residue and chemical streaks.

Work with urgency and adaptability to prevent dish station backlogs and complete prep lists on schedule.

Consistently complete daily prep and cleaning routines with minimal supervision.

Follow all chemical safety guidelines, wet floor protocols, and wear required PPE at all times.

Qualifications

Previous prep cook, dishwashing, or food service experience preferred.

Basic knife skills, equipment operation knowledge, and understanding of hygiene/food safety principles.

Food handler certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Strong work ethic, organizational skills, reliability, and physical stamina.

Ability to work in a hot, wet environment, stand for full shift duration, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Accountability

The Prep Cook / Dishwasher is accountable for ingredient prep accuracy, raw product yield efficiency, station sanitation, warewashing compliance, and facility upkeep. Through hands-on execution and attention to detail, this role ensures raw inventory readiness and maintains MaMa Jean's standards of quality, cleanliness, and community health.

Requirements

Qualifications

Previous prep cook, dishwashing, or food service experience preferred.

Basic knife skills, equipment operation knowledge, and understanding of hygiene/food safety principles.

Food handler certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

Strong work ethic, organizational skills, reliability, and physical stamina.

Ability to work in a hot, wet environment, stand for full shift duration, and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Summary

Position Summary

The Prep Cook / Dishwasher plays a vital dual role in the daily operations of the Production Kitchen, combining ingredient preparation with facility sanitation and warewashing. This position is responsible for processing raw produce and ingredients for cooks and bakers, while also managing dish station operations, chemical monitoring, and overall kitchen cleanliness.

Working alongside the kitchen team, this hands-on role ensures raw ingredients are prepped, portioned, labeled, and safely stored to recipe specifications, while maintaining a clean, hygienic, and well-supplied work environment for all production staff.