Prep Cook Lead - Flexible Schedule & Growth

The Halal Shack; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Competitive pay with monthly bonus

Dynamic environment

Career growth

Job summary

The Halal Shack in Washington, DC is seeking a Prep Cook to lead daily prep, ensuring smooth service with high-quality ingredients. Youll manage heavy prep tasks, maintain recipe accuracy, and keep standards high in a fast-paced, student-friendly environment.

The ideal candidate has a passion for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, strong knife skills, and a collaborative mindset to work with the kitchen team while upholding strict hygiene practices.

Qualifications

• Experienced cook with proven prep experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail, able to work quickly without compromising quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with the kitchen crew.
• Enthusiasm for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, eager to contribute to delicious dishes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all heavy prep for the day, ensuring everything is ready for service.
• Maintain consistency and adhere to recipes and quality standards while prepping ingredients.
• Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients to prepare veggies, proteins, sauces, and other components.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols, keeping prep area clean and organized.

Skills

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Food safety

Job description

The Halal Shack in Washington, DC is seeking a Prep Cook to lead daily prep, ensuring smooth service with high-quality ingredients. Youll manage heavy prep tasks, maintain recipe accuracy, and keep standards high in a fast-paced, student-friendly environment.

The ideal candidate has a passion for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, strong knife skills, and a collaborative mindset to work with the kitchen team while upholding strict hygiene practices.