Prep Cook-New Store Opening

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Referral program

Employee meals

EAP

Paid vacation

Pride program

Growth opportunities

Health plans

Life insurance

Lifestyle accounts

401k with match

Rolling PTO

Job summary

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea in Fort Lauderdale is hiring a Prep Cook to join our seafood-forward waterfront restaurant opening in October 2026. You will work with our culinary team to prepare dishes to recipe standards in a timely, sanitary manner.

Ideal candidates have prep cook experience, knowledge of basic cooking and food safety, and the ability to work fast-paced shifts, including evenings and weekends. Competitive pay and full-time benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook or similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, chop, and prepare cooking elements during a shift.
• Store items in the refrigerator, cover items and prep ahead for quick access.
• May be responsible for preparing a certain portion of a dish.
• Work with speed and efficiency to ensure proper output of menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen area throughout shift.
• Complete assigned prep work for stocking and setup of station; break down and clean daily.
• Ensure proper rotation of products to par; label, day dot, and sign products.
• Must be dressed and well groomed in company approved uniform; follow SRC policies.
• Wear approved slip resistant shoes at all times.
• Observe all policies and procedures.

Skills

Food safety

Multitasking

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training or certification

Job description

Sweetwaters a modern, seafood-forward, waterfront restaurant is opening in Fort Lauderdale, built around polished service, exceptional ingredients, and a high-level of hospitality.

We are assembling the founding team that will set the culture, the standards, and the guest experience from day one.

Be part of the excitement! Sweetwaters opens in October 2026.

Job Summary:

As a Prep Cook, you will play a crucial role in the preparation of high-quality dishes in a timely, efficient, and sanitary manner. You will work closely with our culinary team to ensure all food items are prepared according to recipes and standards, contributing to our guests' overall dining experience.

Basic Job Duties:

• Wash, peel, cut, chop, slice, and prepare cooking elements meal preparation during a shift.
• Responsible for storing items in the refrigerator, covering items left in the open air, and preparing special food elements ahead of time so that they can be quickly accessed and used in cooking.
• May be responsible for preparing a certain portion of a dish.
• Work with speed and efficiency to ensure proper and timely output of restaurant menu items.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen area throughout shift.
• Complete assigned prep work for stocking and set up of station. Break down and clean station thoroughly every day.
• Ensure proper rotation of all products to par. Label, day dot, and sign all products. Obtain Chef/Manager signature on all products.
• Must be dressed and well groomed in Company approved uniform at all times.
• Observance of all SRC Polices and Procedures.
• Must wear approved manufacturer certified slip resistant or non-slip shoes at all times while working

Education/ Experience/ Skills:

• Previous experience as a Prep Cook or in a similar role preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food safety practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certification is a plus.

Top-notch Benefits:

Not only do you get to share your passion and abilities with the company and our guests, but we offer a variety of opportunities and benefits to our team members as well:

• 24 hours paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions
• Employee Meals - Free meal for every eight-hour shift
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Paid vacation starting at 2 weeks per year
• Moral (PRIDE) Program- rewarding employees with a variety of prizes for those who exemplify the company's values.
• Numerous opportunities for growth and advancement
• Full time employees qualify for comprehensive health plans, employer-paid life insurance, supplemental benefit plans, 401k with annual employer match, Lifestyle Savings Accounts, Rolling Holiday Paid Time Off

Pay $18-$21/hr

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to walk and stand for hours at a time. Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

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