Prep Cook

Prep Cook (Full-Time)

No weekends • No late nights • Guaranteed 40 hours

If you want a stable, weekday schedule with real work-life balance, this is the role for you. We're hiring a Full-Time prep Cook to join our culinary team in Forest City, NC.

Why You'll Love This Job

• No weekends
• No late nights
• Guaranteed 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday)
• Paid holidays off: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, plus more
• Generous benefits
• Consistent schedule, steady volume, and a supportive kitchen team

Pay: $21/hour (Non-Exempt)

What You'll Do

• Maintain speed and consistency during service while keeping presentation on point
• Support daily kitchen prep (slicing, dicing, chopping, portioning, sauces, dressings, and more)
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards (labeling, dating, storage, FIFO rotation)
• Set up, stock, clean, and break down your station
• Work closely with the Chef team and communicate needs clearly (inventory, quality, equipment)

What We're Looking For

• 1+ year of culinary experience
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong knife skills, organization, and attention to detail
• Team-first attitude and openness to feedback
• ServSafe or Food Handler's certification (or ability to obtain)

Working Conditions

Noise Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, and hazards (e.g., extreme temperatures, slippery/uneven surfaces)

Physical Requirements

• Activities: Bend, lift (up to 50 lbs), carry, push, climb, reach, kneel, stoop, walk, stand, climb stairs
• Physical Demands: Stand, walk, sit, handle/finger, reach outward/above shoulder, climb, crawl, squat/kneel, bend
• Lift/Carry: 10 lbs or less, 11–20 lbs, 21–50 lbs, 51–100 lbs
• Push/Pull: 12 lbs or less, 13–25 lbs, 26–40 lbs, 41–100 lbs
• Other: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds Comfort standing/walking for up to 8 hours

(Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.)