Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen Team Player

THE BARTOLOTTA RESTAURANTS; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bartolotta Restaurants is seeking a Prep Cook to support senior culinary staff by preparing meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, maintain hygiene and safety standards, handle fresh produce, meats, and sauces, and assist with loading and storage of ingredients as needed.

Strong teamwork and reliability are essential for late-night shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in fast-paced, changing environment.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and food handling practices.
• Willingness to learn cooking techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares meal ingredients as directed by the head chef or senior staff.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares simple dishes such as breads or salads.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces.
• Maintains compliance with health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Hygiene awareness

Food safety basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Bartolotta Restaurants is seeking a Prep Cook to support senior culinary staff by preparing meal ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and other items as directed. You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, maintain hygiene and safety standards, handle fresh produce, meats, and sauces, and assist with loading and storage of ingredients as needed.

Strong teamwork and reliability are essential for late-night shifts.