Prep Cook, Via Napoli

Delaware North; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware North's Patina Group is hiring full-time Prep Cooks to prepare food for guests at Via Napoli in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Ideal candidates will have food preparation experience and a desire to work in a fast-paced environment supporting great guest experiences.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Employee assistance program

Training and development opportunities

Employee discounts

Flexible work schedules

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation days and holidays

Paid parental bonding leave

Tuition and professional certification reimbursement

Qualifications

• Prior food preparation experience preferred.
• No high school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Measure, portion, and prepare all food items according to quality standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of food, utensils, and equipment.
• Follow safety, security, and health codes.

Skills

Food Preparation

Reading Prep Sheets

Using Kitchen Tools

Following Instructions

Job description

The opportunity

Delaware North's Patina Group is hiringfull-time Prep Cooks to join our team at Via Napoli in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. As a Prep Cook, you will be preparing food items for our established guests, supporting great guest experiences. If you are excited to work in this incredible fast-paced environment, ready to serve up amazing opportunities, apply today to join our collaborative team.

Pay

$17.00 - $22.00 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

What we offer

We care about our team member’s personal and professional well-being. Delaware North provides a benefits package designed to give you the comfort, safety, and security you need to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests. All team members receive benefits including:

• Weekly pay
• Employee assistance program
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Flexible work schedules

Eligible team members may also receive: health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation days and holidays, paid parental bonding leave, and tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement.

What will you do?

• Retrieve storage items necessary, and measure, portion, and prepare all food items, complying with all quality standards, department rules, policies, and procedures
• Communicate with the Chef for any special instructions or training
• Maintain food, utensils, and equipment in a clean and orderly manner
• Performs opening, closing and side work duties as instructed and according to proper guidelines
• Follow all safety, security, kitchen, and ServSafe procedures, upholding all health codes and sanitation regulations

More about you

• Prior food preparation experience preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend prep sheets
• Ability to use kitchen tools safely (knives and small equipment ware)
• Ability to follow instructions
• No high school diploma or GED required

Physical requirements

• Frequent standing and walking for the entire length of the shift
• Manual dexterity is sufficient to chop, mix, blend, and whip a variety of foods and liquids
• Ability to move rapidly and coordinate multiple orders
• Ability to frequently immerse hands in water
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Shift details

Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Evenings as needed
Weekends
Every weekend
Overtime as needed

Who we are

Delaware North is a leader in food service management, operating some of the busiest and most famous kitchens in the world. This is no exception when it comes to serving up exquisite cuisines and unforgettable dining experiences in the Lake Buena Vista, Florida area at Tutto Italia, Via Napoli, Morimoto, Vivoli Florida, The Edison, Enzo's Hideaway and Tunnel Bar, Maria and Enzo's Ristorante, and Pizza Ponte.

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.