Prep Cook Eddie & Vinny's

Dearoliviaparkland; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Paid time off

Benefits

Energetic, focused and collaborative

Job summary

Dear Olivia Bar and Kitchen in South Florida is seeking a Prep Cook to support our fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare ingredients and assist chefs using our established recipes and sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and the ability to stand for long periods. You should have prior kitchen experience and be at least 18 years old; we offer competitive salaries, benefits, and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Moderate reading and writing skills.
• Prior experience in related food service positions required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares or directs preparation of food using established procedures.
• Determines amounts and types of food and supplies; ensures availability.
• Maintains sanitation standards and proper food handling techniques.
• Stores food properly with dates and labels.
• Reports equipment repair and maintenance.
• Prepares all food following standard recipes and diets.
• Plans production to align with meal service hours while preserving quality.
• Maintains daily production records.
• Keeps work area clean and equipment maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Ability to follow instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview

At Dear Olivia Bar and Kitchen, we’re all about creating a vibrant, light, and upbeat environment where guests can enjoy elevated American cuisine in a welcoming space. Operated by P Hospitality Management, a growing hospitality collective in South Florida with multiple exciting concepts, we offer an excellent opportunity for team members to grow and develop in the hospitality industry. As part of our team, you’ll work in a fast-paced setting, serving modern takes on classic American favorites, handcrafted cocktails, and a curated wine selection. We value creativity, teamwork, and a passion for hospitality, providing a supportive environment where you can thrive and help deliver exceptional dining experiences. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates great food, positive energy, and unforgettable moments for both our guests and our staff.

Job Summary

As the Prep Cook, you ensure our guests’ experience is complete by preparing or directing preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.

Responsibilities

As a Prep Cook you will be expected to (but are not limited to the following):

• Prepares or directs preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems.
• Determines amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems. Ensures availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation. Serves or ensures proper serving of food for tray line or dining room.
• Complies with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards. Observes proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Stores food properly and safely by marking dates and items.
• Reports necessary equipment repair and maintenance.
• Correctly prepares all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders. Apportion food for serving.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
• Maintain daily production records.
• Keep work area neat and clean at all times; clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation.
• Complete food temperature checks before service.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Moderate reading and writing skills
• Proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
• The physical ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less; manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills
• The ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Prior experience in related food service positions required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The work that Prep Cooks do is both physically and mentally demanding. They support the Mission, Values and Vision of the restaurant and the facility. They support, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs. They must maintain the confidentiality of all data, including employee and operations data. They are responsible for Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements. Cooks must remain Compliant with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
• While performing their duties they must supports and participate in common teamwork including working together with all co-workers; planning and completing job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment. They use tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations.
• They must complete requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work duties as assigned. The incumbent must maintain skills necessary to safely and efficiently operate the following equipment and machines used in the performance of this job including but not limited to: Kitchen equipment, i.e., oven, stove, dishwasher, slicer, coffee machine, steamer, mixer, and chef's knives.

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive salaries
• Paid time off
• Benefits
• Energetic, focused and collaborative work environment

Only local candidates will be contacted; there is no relocation for this position. Immediate Opening.

We Encourage a Diverse Workforce: Dear Olivia and P Hospitality Management believes that a diversified group of associates contributes to a culture of values, team spirit and company growth. We feel this helps us to adapt to and embrace the diverse cultures and beliefs of our customers and the communities in which we live, work and do business in. If you’re looking for a company that respects your unique merits, professionalism, and skills, we’d like to talk to you.

We thank all that apply, but only those candidates who meet the position requirements will be contacted. Dear Olivia and P Hospitality Management conducts all employment-related activities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local employment discrimination laws. We are a Drug Free workplace.