Prep & Line Cook: Precision, Fresh Prep, Team-Driven

The Original Pancake House; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Original Pancake House is seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a variety of dishes for restaurant guests, ensuring quality and timely service.

We value attention to detail, strong organization, and a commitment to food safety. ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification is preferred, and the ability to work standing for extended periods is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook experience preferred.
• Attention for detail
• Teachable
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or willingness to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients through effective rotation and labeling of product in the walk in.
• Taste, taste, taste. Ensure all prep is cooked and seasoned correctly.
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism.
• Communicate with the incoming shift as to what prep items need to be completed/prioritized

Skills

Prep cook experience

Attention to detail

Teachable

ServeSafe cert

Effective communication

Lift 30+ lbs

Stand 8+ hours

Job description

The Original Pancake House is seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook a variety of dishes for restaurant guests, ensuring quality and timely service.

We value attention to detail, strong organization, and a commitment to food safety. ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification is preferred, and the ability to work standing for extended periods is expected.