Prep Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen & Knife Skills, Growth

Geis Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Geis Companies is seeking a skilled Prep Cook for Wild Eagle Downtown Cleveland. The role supports the Kitchen Manager and line cooks with ingredient prep, ensuring cleanliness, stock, and high food safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has strong knife skills, culinary knowledge, and a passion for quality. The position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic restaurant team and requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook or similar role in a professional kitchen preferred.
• Strong knife skills and safe handling of kitchen equipment.
• Knowledge of culinary techniques and food handling.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and flexible to evenings, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef and line cooks in preparing and organizing ingredients for meal preparation.
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines to ensure consistent food quality.
• Chop, slice, and dice vegetables, fruits, and herbs using proper knife techniques.
• Prepare meat, poultry, and seafood by trimming, cutting, and marinating as required.
• Measure and assemble ingredients for recipes, including sauces, dressings, and marinades.
• Stock and rotate food supplies to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Clean, peel, and slice produce based on kitchen needs and menu requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including equipment, utensils, and storage areas.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, including proper handling and storage of food products.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure timely completion of all food preparation tasks.
• Assist with plating and presentation of dishes as needed.
• Follow all health and safety regulations, including safe operation of kitchen equipment.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of supplies as necessary.
• Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.

Skills

Knife skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Food safety basics

Team player

Multitasking

Job description

Geis Companies is seeking a skilled Prep Cook for Wild Eagle Downtown Cleveland. The role supports the Kitchen Manager and line cooks with ingredient prep, ensuring cleanliness, stock, and high food safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen.

The ideal candidate has strong knife skills, culinary knowledge, and a passion for quality. The position offers growth opportunities within a dynamic restaurant team and requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.