Food Service - Prep Cook

Position Title Prep Cook Reports to Kitchen Manager(s), Sous Chef(s) and Executive Chef About SSA For more than 50 years, SSA has partnered with cultural attractions to design the hospitality experience journey, freeing our partners to remain mission-focused. We bring together admissions, culinary, and retail with innovation and human connection to shape a seamless guest journey. Our focus is on people, innovation, and operational intelligence as a means to create special moments with lasting impact. We call it 452 Hospitality, the foundation of how we serve our partners and their communities. Responsibilities Prepare a variety of ingredients, including washing, chopping, seasoning, and marinating. Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and organizing supplies. Assist in inventory management and storage of supplies. Ensure all food and other items are stored properly. Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines. Perform other kitchen duties as assigned. Job Requirements Live out 452 Hospitality by delivering warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for every guest and client. Demonstrate the ability to remain flexible in a fast‑paced environment. Have knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen. Possess manual dexterity required to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils. Be a team player with good communication skills. Be patient and stay positive under pressure. Be able to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends and holidays, as needed. IDEA + Belonging Promote an inclusive and supportive approach within the Brand team, with networking continuing at all units. Focus on removing barriers and empowering growth and opportunity for team members at all levels. Lead by example through Sustainability/Conservation efforts; display knowledge of efforts in business application and provide teaching opportunities to unit staff as necessary. Engage with SSA/Unit in driving community efforts through engagement activities and opportunities of giving back. Previous Experience Food handling license preferred. Previous experience in a kitchen, culinary education, or equivalent training. Compensation and Benefits Eligible for overtime pay. On‑Demand Pay Program: Get access to a portion of earned wages before payday. Meal Plan & Employee Discounts at applicable locations. Participation in a 401(k) program with a 15% company match (must be 21 years or older, eligible after one year of employment with 1,000 hours worked, available to enroll during Open Enrollment Periods). Tuition Discount through Partnership College. Up to 8 hours of Bereavement Leave. Holiday pay of 1.5× the regular rate is provided for hours worked on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day. Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with applicable state and local laws. Accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location. Locations and Paid Sick Leave Locations include: Arizona, California, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, D.C. Additional details: In Colorado, employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year under the Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). In Maryland, employees accrue at least 1 hour of paid sick and safe leave for every 30 hours worked, up to 40 hours per year as required under the Maryland Healthy Working Families Act. In Washington, employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked, in accordance with the Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time. Equal Opportunity Employer SSA Group, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity through our commitment to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. SSA Holdings and its affiliated companies, including SSA Group, A&F Souvenir, Cinchio Solutions, and Behavioral Essentials, are also equal opportunity employers. All California residents acknowledge the SSA Group California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Candidate and Employee Privacy Notice. All San Francisco residents comply with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Application Process We accept applications for this position on a rolling basis. Apply anytime at thessagroup.com. Applications are reviewed as received, and the position remains open until filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr