Prep Cook | Seasonal Part-Time | Minnesota Yacht Club

Prep Cook | Seasonal Part-Time | Minnesota Yacht Club

Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting the culinary team in delivering high-quality food for members, guests, tournaments, banquets, and special events. This position plays a key role in supporting kitchen operations by completing food preparation tasks, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and following all food safety and sanitation standards in a fast-paced environment.

This role pays an hourly rate of $16.37 and is tip eligible. This is a seasonal role from July 17, 2026, and will end on July 19, 2026. This position will remain open until July 19, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, slicing, measuring, and portioning food items.
• Assist chefs and cooks with meal preparation and cooking tasks as directed.
• Prepare food for daily clubhouse dining, golf tournaments, banquets, weddings, and private events.
• Stock and organize kitchen stations with ingredients and supplies.
• Label, date, and properly store food products using FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
• Assist with receiving, unloading, and organizing deliveries.
• Restock ingredients and supplies throughout service as needed.
• Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment and kitchen tools.
• Support opening and closing kitchen duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a prep cook, cook, or in a food service environment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen safety practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Food Handler or ServSafe Certification preferred (or ability to obtain if required).
• Reliable, dependable, and committed to maintaining high food quality and safety standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.