Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen with Growth & Flexible Hours

StaffedUp; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Training opportunities

Growth into leadership

Free meals

Employee discounts

Job summary

StaffedUp is seeking a prep cook to support our busy kitchen in Oakland. The role focuses on washing, chopping, slicing, and portioning ingredients according to recipes and prep lists, ensuring items are ready for service.

You will maintain a clean, organized prep station, follow safety procedures, and communicate with the kitchen team to ensure timely service while labeling and storing ingredients to minimize waste.

Qualifications

• Basic knife skills and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
• Willing to train the right person.
• Ability to follow prep lists and recipes with accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and cleanliness.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and portioning according to recipes and prep lists.
• Assist with basic cooking tasks and ensure all prep items are ready for service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked prep station throughout the shift.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures at all times.
• Communicate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth coordination and timely service.
• Label, date, and store ingredients properly to ensure freshness and reduce waste.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Familiar with kitchen equipment

Attention to detail

Team player

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Tools

Food prep equipment

Job description

StaffedUp is seeking a prep cook to support our busy kitchen in Oakland. The role focuses on washing, chopping, slicing, and portioning ingredients according to recipes and prep lists, ensuring items are ready for service.

You will maintain a clean, organized prep station, follow safety procedures, and communicate with the kitchen team to ensure timely service while labeling and storing ingredients to minimize waste.