Prep Cook: Fresh Prep, Great Benefits, Flexible Hours

Cooper's Hawk Winery; Greenfield (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Wine education

Job summary

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is seeking Prep Cooks to bring heart to every recipe and precision to every task. You will prepare fresh ingredients and follow recipes to set up your station, ensuring a smooth kitchen flow and consistently memorable food.

In a fast-paced team environment, you will maintain high prep standards, assist with station organization, and support the kitchen team to create a welcoming guest experience through quality prep work and collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Previous prep or line cook experience preferred.
• Basic knife skills and knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation.
• Comfort following recipes and portioning food.
• Team-focused attitude and ability to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Availability to work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh ingredients and follow recipes with accuracy.
• Set up and organize your station to stay efficient through every shift.
• Maintain high quality standards in prep and execution.
• Keep work area clean, stocked, and safe while handling ingredients with care.
• Wash, peel, slice, and mix vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients for salads, cold plates, and garnishes.
• Prepare hot and cold sauces.
• Carve and slice meats and cheeses.
• Portion food for service.
• Follow daily systems and procedures to stay organized and on track.

Skills

Basic knife skills

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

English literacy

Job description

Cooper’s Hawk Winery is seeking Prep Cooks to bring heart to every recipe and precision to every task. You will prepare fresh ingredients and follow recipes to set up your station, ensuring a smooth kitchen flow and consistently memorable food.

In a fast-paced team environment, you will maintain high prep standards, assist with station organization, and support the kitchen team to create a welcoming guest experience through quality prep work and collaboration.