Prep Cook | Victory Brewing - Downingtown, PA

Victory Brewing Company; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Referral Program

Flexible Schedules & Ample Product Dis

Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Not

Job summary

Victory Brewing Company in Downingtown, PA seeks a Prep Cook to join the kitchen team. You will follow recipes, prep produce and meats, and help with sauces while maintaining a clean, safe workstation.

A minimum of 2 years’ prep/line cook experience is preferred. You’ll support opening, service, and private events, stay organized under pressure, and work with a dedicated team to deliver high‑quality dishes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ prep/line cook experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of food handling techniques and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a high‑volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients following recipes and chef direction.
• Prepares produce and meat; portions and sauces as needed.
• Maintains health, safety, hygiene codes and standards.
• Labels and stores food; manages time‑temperature logs.
• Supports private events and high‑volume service with the team.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Multitasking

Safety compliance

Job description

Prep Cook

Reports to: Executive Chef or Manager on Duty

What You’ll Do

• Prepares meal ingredients following a recipe, and as directed by the Executive Chef, or manager on duty.
• Prepares fresh produce by peeling, cutting, and portioning.
• Prepares meat by trimming, cutting, and portioning.
• Mixes or prepares condiments, dressings, and sauces according to recipe.
• Maintains compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
• Properly labels and stores food, while managing time-temperature logs according to taproom procedures and health code.
• Assists with unloading, inspection, and storage of raw ingredients and supplies.
• Follows all opening and closing duties as outlined in ABV guides.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary workstation.
• Supports the planning, preparation, and execution of private events, ensuring high-quality service and presentation for guests.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a prep/line cook preferred.
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain personal hygiene.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in high volume and pressure environments.
• Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen.
• Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen environment.
• Must be capable of working with knives/sharp objects.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Manual dexterity to cut and chop foods and perform other related tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Referral Program
• Flexible Schedules & Ample Product Discounts
• Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands

Disclaimer

This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.