Prep/Pizza Cook - River's End Restaurant

Prep Cooks WantedRiver's End Restaurant is seeking Prep Cooks to join our team in the beautiful Nantahala Gorge. This role supports daily kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, maintaining cleanliness and organization, and ensuring food quality and consistency. Prep Cooks work closely with the kitchen team to keep service running smoothly and are essential to the success of our fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Applicants must be at least 18 years old.ResponsibilitiesMaintain organization and cleanliness of the kitchenMaintain food quality and consistencySupport teammates and assist other members of the Food and Beverage team as neededPerform kitchen duties as assignedQualificationsRequired:Strong understanding of safe food handling, health code standards, and restaurant cleanlinessAbility to function as a team player, take direction, and work independentlyThorough understanding of the flow of restaurant operationsDress appropriately for back of house and NOC standardsUphold and follow standards, policies, and proceduresPreferred:Previous kitchen experience preferred but not requiredServSafe certification preferred but not requiredPhysical Requirements and Working ConditionsApplicants must be comfortable working on their feet for long periods of timeAble to work in a fast-paced environmentMust be able to lift up to 50 lbsThe above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to provide a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change, so too may the essential functions of this position.Please note that as an employer with over 100 employees, NOC will be required to comply with any OSHA Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard should that standard be enacted.The Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any and all terms, conditions or privileges of employment including hiring, promotions, termination, training and compensation. The NOC does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic condition or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, where applicable. Furthermore, the NOC is committed to a work environment free of discrimination and harassment through respecting and valuing the diversity among employees and all those with whom the NOC does business. Nantahala Outdoor Center