Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Evening/Night Shifts

The Ecology Center; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ecology Center in California is seeking a prep cook to support a busy kitchen, preparing ingredients and simple dishes under the supervision of the head chef. You will maintain a clean work area and follow health and safety guidelines to ensure quality, efficiency, and a positive guest experience.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, standing for long periods and collaborating with kitchen staff to meet service demands. Flexibility for late hours is required.

Qualifications

• Must have exceptional organizational skills.
• Attention to detail is essential in food preparation and safety.
• Serve Safe Certificate required or preferred.
• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics (food safety) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by head chef, senior staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, cooking and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, cooking and portioning.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Participates in menu development and event support as directed by Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Serve Safe Certificate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational kitchen training

Job description

The Ecology Center in California is seeking a prep cook to support a busy kitchen, preparing ingredients and simple dishes under the supervision of the head chef. You will maintain a clean work area and follow health and safety guidelines to ensure quality, efficiency, and a positive guest experience.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, standing for long periods and collaborating with kitchen staff to meet service demands. Flexibility for late hours is required.