Prep Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Prep Cooks

The Granite Grill in Richmond, Virginia, is hiring part-time and full-time prep cooks to join the opening kitchen team of this highly anticipated, new full-service restaurant! We are looking for dedicated, organized, and efficient culinary professionals who are passionate about food preparation and enjoy being part of a fast-paced kitchen environment. Prep cooks will receive training on our kitchen procedures, ingredient specifications, and company standards to ensure we consistently deliver exceptional dishes to our guests. The opening of the restaurant is targeted for late October.

If you love working with fresh ingredients, enjoy working behind the scenes, and take pride in ensuring everything is prepped to perfection, we hope you will apply today!

Prep cooks play a crucial role in ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly by:

• Prepping ingredients for all menu items
• Following recipes and standards to ensure consistency in every dish
• Organizing and maintaining the prep area to ensure efficiency and cleanliness
• Assisting with inventory management and stock rotation to minimize waste
• Ensuring all food safety and cleanliness guidelines are followed to the highest standards
• Maintaining a steady pace to ensure all prep is completed prior to service

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience in food preparation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow recipes and kitchen procedures accurately
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Availability to work at least 3 shift per week
• Positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset
• Must be 18 years of age, able to lift up to 30lbs, and able to stand/move about the kitchen for the duration of the shift

Why you will love working with us:

• Competitive wages averaging $17-22/hour
• Supportive team environment
• Professional atmosphere and training
• Career development
• Some of the best benefits in the industry
• Paid Time Off
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance for those who qualify
• New Parent Leave
• 401K

About The Granite Grill The Granite Grill is an upscale, classic American grill located in the Stoney Point Shopping Center at Huguenot and Forest Hill Avenue. Our menu features seafood, steaks, signature burgers, salads, and familiar appetizers deliciously prepared with fresh ingredients. Our stylish new space includes a well-stocked bar, spacious covered patio, comfy leather booths, and a cozy private event space. Our focus on exceptional service and consistent food and drink creates an experience that turns guests into regulars. The Granite Grill is owned and operated by Big Kitchen Hospitality, a Richmond-based company since 2013. Our other restaurants include Tazza Kitchen and Conejo.

We are committed to hiring the most diverse and qualified staff possible because we know that having the right people in place will make us all successful. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive environment that people are proud to be a part of.