Prep Cook - Flexible Hours, Growth & Benefits

Uptown Alley_Uphoff Ventures LLC; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun and Exciting Work Environment

Culture & Community - engaging team =|

401k, Roth IRA

Financial Security - competitivesalary

Generous Paid Time Off Policies

Work-Life Balance - Flexible working

Health & Wellbeing - company sponsored

Professional Development

Job summary

Uptown Alley_Uphoff Ventures LLC in Midlothian, VA is seeking a full-time Prep Cook to support culinary operations on-site. You will handle ingredient prep, station setup, and ensure timely, high-quality dishes under Head Chef/Sous Chef supervision.

The role emphasizes inventory and cost control, food safety, and collaboration with management and BOH/FOH teams. A ServSafe or Safe Food Handling certification is preferred, plus a high school diploma and physical stamina for a hot kitchen.

Qualifications

• Basic culinary skills, knowledge of cooking techniques and recipe execution.
• Knowledge of food safety principles and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain quality.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management
• Ingredient Usage and Cost Control
• Time Management and Labor Efficiency
• Food Preparation
• Station Setup and Organization
• Temperature Monitoring
• Timing and Coordination
• Sanitation and Cleanliness
• Consistency in Food Quality

Skills

Basic culinary skills

Food Safety and Sanitation Practices

Recipe Adherence

Desirable - Specialized Skills andTech

Temperature Monitoring Devices

Recipe Management Software

Education

ServSafe or Safe Food Handling certifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Uptown Alley_Uphoff Ventures LLC in Midlothian, VA is seeking a full-time Prep Cook to support culinary operations on-site. You will handle ingredient prep, station setup, and ensure timely, high-quality dishes under Head Chef/Sous Chef supervision.

The role emphasizes inventory and cost control, food safety, and collaboration with management and BOH/FOH teams. A ServSafe or Safe Food Handling certification is preferred, plus a high school diploma and physical stamina for a hot kitchen.