Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Schedule & Growth

Hudson House West Village; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible schedule

Career development

Family meals

Dining discounts

Holiday closures

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Hudson House in Dallas is seeking a Prep Cook to support the culinary team by preparing ingredients, following recipes, and ensuring consistent high-quality dishes. You will maintain a clean, organized workstation and adhere to all food safety protocols to support a smooth dining service.

Reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential as you contribute to the exceptional dining experiences our guests expect and the Vandelay hospitality culture you join.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of culinary or hospitality experience in a full-service, high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knife skills and experience working on both hot and cold prep.
• Food handler certification as required by state and local agencies.
• Energetic, accountable, and team-oriented.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Culinary Manager and kitchen team with daily tasks to ensure readiness for service.
• Prepare ingredients according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
• Execute prep tasks with accuracy, consistency, and urgency.
• Maintain kitchen prep standards and uphold the culinary program.
• Assist in setup and breakdown of the kitchen and care of equipment.

Skills

Knife skills

Team player

Organizational skills

Decision making

Independent work

Education

Food handler certification

Job description

Hudson House in Dallas is seeking a Prep Cook to support the culinary team by preparing ingredients, following recipes, and ensuring consistent high-quality dishes. You will maintain a clean, organized workstation and adhere to all food safety protocols to support a smooth dining service.

Reliability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential as you contribute to the exceptional dining experiences our guests expect and the Vandelay hospitality culture you join.