Prep Cook - Red Circle Inn

Geronimo Hospitality Group; Nashotah (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a forward-thinking hospitality group, where your culinary skills will shine! As a Prep Cook, you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences at a renowned establishment. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to grow in a vibrant environment that values hard work and creativity. You'll prepare delicious dishes, ensure food safety, and contribute to a positive atmosphere that keeps guests coming back. If you're passionate about food and ready to make a real impact, this is the place for you!

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Training & Development Opportunities

401K

Medical Benefits

24/7 Online Care

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in a non-fast food restaurant is required.
• ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items using standardized recipes.
• Ensure food safety guidelines are followed during preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the workstation.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Guidelines

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

Culinary School Training

Tools

Standardized Recipes

Food Preparation Equipment

Job description

Description

STEP INTO THE BIG LEAGUES

Geronimo Hospitality Group ain't your normal work environment. We are a collection of award-winning boutique hotels, restaurants, and clubs with cool people who believe THE STATUS QUO SUCKS and we do everything we can to live by that motto. At Geronimo Hospitality Group, we don’t raise the bar. We are the bar. We create destinations, not pit stops, and we’re looking for people who are ready to join a team that pushes boundaries and values hard work every day.

RED CIRCLE INN

Nestled in the heart of Waukesha County, just minutes from Hartland, Delafield, Waukesha, and Oconomowoc, the Red Circle Inn’s tradition of quality dining and events continues. Lake Country has seen many changes since the 1848 opening of The Red Circle Inn & Bistro, but we remain the destination of choice for steaks, seafood, and an exemplary fine dining experience.

PERKS OF THE JOB

We believe in rewarding effort and skill. Our team enjoys Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off, Training & Development Opportunities, 401K, Medical Benefits, 24/7 Online Care, Pet Insurance, and more. We demand a competitive spirit and offer you the chance to build your own future in return.

YOUR ROLE IN CREATING GERONIMOMENTS

In this role, you’ll be a key part of our team, ensuring that every guest leaves with a lasting impression. Your voice matters here—use it to build the future, make an impact, and continuously improve the guest experience.

As the Prep Cook, you are responsible for effectively preparing and cooking food items using standardized recipes and following food safety guidelines.

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

• Report to work on time according to posted schedule in specified uniform.
• Dressed and ready to work by the time the shift begins.
• Prepare all food items according to recipes using correct handling procedures.
• Maintain proper par levels of production according to prep sheets.
• Measure and mix ingredients accurately, review any modifications to recipes to meet quality standards with Executive Chef.
• Test food being cooked by properly taste testing and taking food temperatures using proper ServSafe procedures and guidelines.
• Food preparation and cooking skills include but are not limited to measuring, washing, peeling, cutting, grilling, baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, carving, and portioning foods.
• Monitor food quantities, quality, and display during preparation.
• Stock workstation appropriately for each shift to be ready for the meal period.
• Knowledge of menu, including what ingredients are used to prepare each dish and how to build each dish to order.
• Date all food containers and rotate as needed, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Workspace cleaned after each shift including switching of food storage containers, labeling of ingredients, scrubbing, and sanitizing of all parts of station.
• Respect all of your co-workers and managers.
• Have fun at work; leave baggage at the door; come to work with a positive attitude ready and willing to help create a fun and memorable experience for our guests.
• Promote a positive perception of the company at all times both internally and in public.

WHAT IT TAKES TO SUCCEED

• Previous experience, non-fast food restaurant and/or training in a culinary school required.
• Have ServSafe Certification or be willing to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Be able to keep up with a fast-paced environment.
• Position subject to irregular hours to include late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Able to perform with minimum supervision.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENT

• U.S. Work Authorization (required).

JOIN A TEAM THAT MAKES AN IMPRESSION

At Geronimo Hospitality Group, we are cool people who work hard. Every shift, every day, we push the boundaries and strive to be the best. If you’re ready to own your work and create exceptional experiences, we want you on our team! Geronimo Hospitality Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.