Prep Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Prep Cook – Athenian Grill (Fayette Mall, Lexington, KY)
$16–$20/hr, based on experience

Opa! Our kitchen needs a prep hero.

Every great gyro starts long before it hits the plate. It starts with someone who shows up early, sharpens their knife, and turns a mountain of produce into perfectly diced, perfectly portioned, perfectly labeled magic. That someone could be you.

Athenian Grill is a family-owned Greek restaurant that's growing fast, and our Fayette Mall kitchen is looking for an experienced Prep Cook who knows their way around a cutting board and isn't afraid of a real day's work.

Let's be upfront: this job is not for beginners.
We love training people, but this role needs someone who already has kitchen experience under their apron. Prior prep or line cook experience is required. You should already know how to hold a knife, how to read a prep list, and how to keep up when the tickets start flying.

And yes, it's hard work.
Mall traffic doesn't wait. Lunch rushes come in hot, weekends get wild, and the prep has to be done before the doors open. You'll be on your feet, moving the whole shift, lifting cases, working in heat, and hustling. If that sounds exhausting, this probably isn't your gig. If it sounds like a good day, keep reading.

What your day looks like

• Turning crates of tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and peppers into beautiful mise en place
• Making our sauces, dressings, and marinades from scratch (you'll become very close friends with garlic)
• Whipping up tzatziki by the bucket, not the spoonful
• Portioning proteins so every plate is consistent, every single time
• Setting up the line so our cooks are locked and loaded before the rush
• Labeling, dating, and rotating product like a pro (FIFO is a lifestyle)
• Keeping your station so clean the health inspector gets bored
• Pitching in on receiving, stocking, and closing when the team needs you

What you need to bring

• Real kitchen experience. Prep cook, line cook, or similar. This is a must.
• Sharp knife skills and a working knowledge of food safety
• Speed with accuracy. Fast is great; fast and sloppy is not
• A strong work ethic. You don't lean when you can clean
• Reliability. When you're on the schedule, you show up, on time, ready to go
• Ability to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs
• A good attitude and a sense of humor. We work hard, but we laugh a lot doing it

What you get

• $16–$20/hr, based on experience. The more you bring, the more you make
• Free meals on shift. Fresh Greek food. You're welcome
• Consistent scheduling
• Room to grow with a family-owned company that's expanding
• A crew that has your back, even on the craziest Saturday

Location: Fayette Mall, Lexington, KY
Schedule: Days, nights, and weekends available

If you've got the experience, the hustle, and the hands to prove it, we want to meet you. Apply today. We're hiring now, and the onions aren't going to chop themselves.

Experience required. Hard workers only. Good vibes encouraged.

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