Prep Cook

Position Summary

The Prep Cook is responsible for managing the daily preparation of food items for a station or a specific area in the kitchen and cooking and plating all food orders in an efficient and attractive manner according to the executive chef & or sous chefs. The schedule for this position would be Wednesday-Sunday 8:00 am-3:00 pm. Please note that Great Horse is a non‑tipping facility.

• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Prepare, butcher, and cook meat, poultry, fish, and seafood.
• Prepare work checklist and organize workstations for each shift and abide by prep lists set forth by chefs.
• Present food using proper plate presentation techniques.
• Coordinate completion of menu items.
• Check and maintain coolers and storage areas for cleanliness, quantity, and quality of food.
• Requisition food with necessary approvals according to policy.
• Take proper care of ranges, ovens, boilers, fryers, griddles, utensils, and other equipment.
• Ensure station prep is rotated and prepared to reduce waste.
• Be efficient in preparing stocks, soups, sauces, sandwiches, salads, and sautéed items.
• Understand prep and execution.

• Previous work experience as a prep cook in a restaurant/club is a plus.
• Physical ability and stamina to stand for long hours.
• Availability to work various shifts, including weekends.
• Multi‑tasking abilities.
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Have a good attitude and participate as a member of the team.

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort to handle objects over 30 pounds.
• Required to walk or stand for extended periods.

EEO Statement:
The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.