Prep Cook — Seafood Kitchen, Fast-Paced & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

24 hours sick time

Referral program up to $4,000

Free employee meals

EAP program

Paid vacation 2 weeks+

Growth opportunities

Health plans + 401k

Job summary

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea in Fort Lauderdale is hiring a Prep Cook for a seafood-forward restaurant opening in October 2026. You will prep high-quality dishes, follow recipes, and support the culinary team to ensure a flawless guest experience.

The role requires basic cooking knowledge, strong organization, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment. Full-time position with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a 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 simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, cut, chop, slice, and prepare cooking elements.
• Store items properly; prep ahead as needed for quick access.
• May be responsible for preparing a portion of a dish.
• Work with speed to ensure timely output of menu items.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation throughout shift.
• Complete prep work for stocking and station setup; clean station daily.
• Rotate products to par; label and day-dot items with manager signature.

Skills

Prep Cook Exp

Cooking techniques

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Culinary training (plus)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea in Fort Lauderdale is hiring a Prep Cook for a seafood-forward restaurant opening in October 2026. You will prep high-quality dishes, follow recipes, and support the culinary team to ensure a flawless guest experience.

The role requires basic cooking knowledge, strong organization, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced environment. Full-time position with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.