Prep Station Pro - Fresh-Food Prep & Quick Turnaround

Fajita Pete's; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Fajita Pete’s in Southlake, TX is seeking a Prep Station Team Member to prepare fresh ingredients according to our recipes and quality standards, keeping the kitchen stocked for daily service and catering. This role emphasizes following safety procedures, portion control, cleanliness, and teamwork, with opportunities to support other stations during peak periods.

No formal experience required, but reliability and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or food-preparation experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow recipes and written preparation instructions.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and portion control.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Food Handler Certification as required by local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meats, vegetables, sauces, sides, and other ingredients according to recipes and portion standards.
• Wash, cut, chop, portion, season, and properly store ingredients.
• Prepare food needed for daily service and scheduled catering orders.
• Follow established recipes and portion-control procedures.
• Label, date, rotate, and properly store all prepared food using FIFO procedures.
• Monitor prep levels and communicate shortages to the Kitchen Manager.
• Keep prep tables, cutting boards, utensils, equipment, and surrounding areas clean and sanitized.
• Maintain organized refrigerators, coolers, shelves, and storage areas.
• Follow proper food-handling, temperature-control, and sanitation procedures.
• Minimize food waste by following proper preparation and portioning standards.
• Assist the line and other kitchen stations during high-volume periods when needed.
• Complete opening, shift-change, and closing prep duties.
• Follow all company policies and manager instructions.

Skills

Follow recipes

Fast-paced environment

Cleanliness

Dependability

Teamwork

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Fajita Pete’s in Southlake, TX is seeking a Prep Station Team Member to prepare fresh ingredients according to our recipes and quality standards, keeping the kitchen stocked for daily service and catering. This role emphasizes following safety procedures, portion control, cleanliness, and teamwork, with opportunities to support other stations during peak periods.

No formal experience required, but reliability and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen are essential.