Prep Cook

Overview

About Us:

San Jose Country Club is a premier private club in Jacksonville, Florida, known for exceptional dining experiences, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere for our members and guests. We take pride in delivering high-quality cuisine made with fresh ingredients and attention to detail.

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in from-scratch cooking, understands classic techniques, and can work independently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role is essential to maintaining the quality and consistency our members expect.

• Prepare ingredients for service including chopping, slicing, portioning, and organizing mise en place
• Produce sauces, soups, stocks, and other menu components from scratch
• Execute basic restaurant prep and support line cooks during service as needed
• Follow standardized recipes while maintaining consistency and quality
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep areas, walk-ins, and storage spaces
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are upheld at all times
• Assist with receiving and properly storing deliveries
• Work independently to complete prep lists efficiently and accurately

• Proven experience as a Prep Cook or similar kitchen role
• Strong ability to prepare dishes, sauces, and soups from scratch
• Solid understanding of basic culinary techniques and knife skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs

• Benefits: 401(k) matching, health insurance, paid time off
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent scheduling
• Opportunity to work in a professional, team-oriented environment
• Growth potential within the culinary team