Prep Kitchen Cook

Ian's Pizza; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO & retirement match

Flexible schedules

Free shift meals

Referral bonus

Job summary

Ian's Pizza is hiring Prep Kitchen Cooks for our Commissary Kitchen in Madison, WI. This high-volume prep role supports all Wisconsin locations by preparing sauces, dressings, meats, and vegetables with precise packaging and labeling.

You will work in a fast-paced kitchen, standing for long periods, lifting up to 30–50 lbs, and handling allergen exposure. We offer part-time and full-time positions with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Able to stand and be on your feet for long periods while preparing food.
• Able to lift up to 30lbs regularly and 50lbs on occasion.
• Comfortable working with allergens (gluten, dairy, eggs, etc.).
• Experienced with ovens, knives, and kitchen tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sauces, dressings, meats and vegetables for restaurant locations.
• Ensure accurate packaging and labeling; follow cleanliness and quality protocols.
• Work in a high-volume prep kitchen and assist with prep tasks as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Stand for long periods

Lift heavy objects

Allergen awareness

Ovens and knives

Fast-paced environment

Reliable transportation

Authorized to work in US

18+ years old

Tools

Ovens

Knives

Kitchen tools

Job description

$16-$18/hour to join the behind-the-scenes magic at our Commissary Kitchen in Madison, WI!

The Commissary Kitchen, or Food Lab, is a high-volume food production facility on Madison's east side that serves all of our Wisconsin restaurant locations. We're hiring part-time and full-time Prep Kitchen Cooksto join the team ASAP!

Why You'll Love Working Here

Whether you dream of growth and development, are trying out new careers, or just seeing where life takes you, Ian's is the place to be!

• $16/hour starting with $2/hour additional for afternoon shifts and Saturday shifts.
• Amazing health insurance benefits with $0 deductibles and low out of pocket maximums.
• PTO, sick leave, and retirement benefits with up to 3% match for all.
• Flexible schedules and free shift meals.
• $250 when your referral joins our team.
• Join an inclusive, supportive crew committed to the Big Five - Dependability, Awareness, Connection, Generosity, and Effort.

About the Role

Working at the Prep Kitchen, you'll prepare sauces, dressings, meats, and vegetables for our restaurant locations while ensuring accurate packaging and labeling. We have a high standard for cleanliness and quality, so you'll need to follow instructions and protocols carefully.

This is a high-volume prep kitchen - be ready to do things like wash and chop boxes or lettuce for hours! It's a physical job that requires attention to detail and focus. The team will support you and add some fun along the way. We pinky promise!

• Able to stand, walk, be on your feet for long periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 30lbs regularly and 50lbs on occasion.
• Able to tolerate touching and being around allergens such as gluten, dairy, eggs, etc.
• Comfortable using ovens, knives, kitchen tools, and other equipment.
• Comfortable working in environments with varying temperatures.
• Comfortable working and communicating in loud, fast-paced working environments.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for early start times.
• Must be 18+ years old to apply.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (IDs required at Orientation).

Prep Kitchen Cook Scheduling

The Commissary Kitchen operates Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays from 6AM - 8PM and Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays from 6AM - 2PM.

Ideal prep candidates will be available to work 1-2 afternoon shifts per week (12PM - 8PM on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays) and 2 Saturday shifts per month (6AM - 2PM).

Part and Full Time positions are available!

We're located at 802 Walsh Road, Madison, WI, 53714.