Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Team Focused

popstroke-job-board-1924; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PopStroke is hiring a prep cook in Austin, TX. This non-exempt role requires weekend and holiday availability and involves ingredient prep, cooking assistance, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You will work with a team to ensure smooth meal service and adherence to food safety standards.

The position emphasizes hands-on cooking, inventory support, and collaboration with kitchen staff to coordinate timing. Flexibility and reliability are essential to thrive in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook in a high-volume environment.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of ingredients for cooking, including chopping, slicing, dicing, and marinating, following recipes and portion guidelines.
• Follow established portion control procedures to minimize food waste.
• Organize and stock ingredients and supplies to ensure smooth workflow during meal service.
• Maintain a high degree of standards in cleanliness and sanitation in all the kitchen areas, including equipment, countertops, and storage areas, following food safety regulations.
• Follow proper food handling procedures to minimize waste and ensure food quality and freshness.
• Assist with inventory management by monitoring stock levels, rotating ingredients, labeling prep items, receiving supplies, and notifying the chef or manager of any shortages or discrepancies.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to coordinate timing and workflow.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Assist with dishwashing duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Prep cook

Food safety

Teamwork

Job description

PopStroke is hiring a prep cook in Austin, TX. This non-exempt role requires weekend and holiday availability and involves ingredient prep, cooking assistance, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You will work with a team to ensure smooth meal service and adherence to food safety standards.

The position emphasizes hands-on cooking, inventory support, and collaboration with kitchen staff to coordinate timing. Flexibility and reliability are essential to thrive in this fast-paced environment.