Prep Cook - Meal Delivery

Job Description

Job Description

Help turn fresh ingredients into meals families look forward to.

Down to Earth Cuisine delivers restaurant-quality, family-friendly meals to people’s doorsteps. Our chefs build the menus around taste and nourishment for busy households, and we’re looking for a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team on weekends. If you’re building your skills and want a place to grow, this is a good place to start.

Who we’re looking for:

• 1–2 years of cooking experience in a high-volume professional kitchen
• A current Washington food worker card
• A solid grasp of food safety regulations, dietary restrictions, and cooking techniques
• The ability to follow recipes precisely and adjust for portion size or dietary needs
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and cook meals from standardized recipes, keeping taste, presentation, and quality consistent
• Make sure ingredients are fresh and handled properly
• Portion and package meals to spec for distribution
• Keep your workspace clean and organized
• Work with the kitchen team to meet dietary compliance and quality standards on every batch
• Other duties as assigned

T ools of the job:
Commercial ovens, grills, fryers, and mixers; knives and standard culinary tools; inventory tracking, labeling, and packaging equipment.

The weekend rhythm:

• Friday: Prep ingredients
• Saturday: Cook and package all meals
• Sunday: Meals go out for delivery

Pay, hours, and benefits:

• $22–$24 per hour, depending on experience
• Part-time, 15–25 hours per week to start, with room for adjustment based on business needs and performance
• Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Hourly, non-exempt
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Paid Time Off for eligible employees

Down to Earth Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.