Prep Cook

QED Hospitality is a restaurant operations management group, focused on running Food & Beverage operations in boutique hotels and exclusive sites nationally. 

We bring our operational acumen to the table, developing and managing restaurants tailored to the hotel, the region and the demands of the market. These are not cookie cutter concepts, but true restaurants born of the region and based on our history.

Working under the direction of the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and culinary leadership, you will support daily kitchen operations through accurate preparation, proper food handling, and disciplined attention to detail. From preparing fresh ingredients to maintaining an organized workstation, your work directly contributes to the quality, consistency, and presentation of every dish that leaves our kitchen.

The ideal candidate takes pride in their craft, works efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and understands that no task is beneath any member of the team. At Broussard’s, preparation is more than a task—it is an essential part of creating memorable New Orleans dining experiences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Prepare ingredients for daily service according to recipes, production lists, and chef instructions.

• Wash, peel, cut, portion, measure, and store ingredients accurately and consistently.

• Complete assigned prep work in a timely manner to ensure all kitchen stations are properly stocked and ready for service.

• Maintain current knowledge of menu ingredients, preparation methods, portion sizes, and quality standards.

• Follow standardized recipes and preparation procedures to ensure consistency and minimize waste.

• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products using FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.

• Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients and communicate shortages, spoilage, or product concerns to culinary leadership.

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, temperature control, and allergen-awareness procedures.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.

• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, storage areas, and shared workspaces according to established standards.

• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing deliveries as needed.

• Communicate proactively with chefs and fellow team members regarding prep needs, product availability, and service readiness.

• Support line cooks and other kitchen stations when additional assistance is needed.

• Demonstrate urgency, reliability, and attention to detail during busy service periods.

• Take ownership of assigned responsibilities while remaining flexible to changing business needs.

• Uphold QED Hospitality’s standards of professionalism, teamwork, and hospitality by demonstrating humility, accountability, and a willingness to help wherever needed.

QUALIFCATIONS:
Required

• Previous kitchen, food preparation, or food service experience preferred.

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and safe food handling practices.

• Ability to follow recipes, written instructions, and verbal direction accurately.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage time effectively and complete prep assignments within established deadlines.

• Ability to work collaboratively with chefs, cooks, and other team members.

• Commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, food safety, and proper kitchen hygiene.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining consistent quality.

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other shifts based on business needs.

• Ability to meet the physical demands of a professional kitchen environment.

• Professional appearance and adherence to company standards.

Preferred

• High school diploma or GED.

• Previous prep cook experience in a restaurant, hotel, or high-volume kitchen.

• Experience in upscale dining, French-Creole cuisine, or New Orleans restaurants.

• Familiarity with food labeling, inventory rotation, portion control, and production planning.

• Food Handler Certification or willingness to obtain required certification.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

Mobility and dexterity to move large, heavy objects up to 100 lbs. Manual dexterity to include using kitchen utensils and handling food items. Must be able to tolerate industry standard chemicals used for cleaning and sanitizing, and be able to withstand a hot and/or close environment. Must be able to work at a fast pace, and to respond to visual and oral cues.

About Broussard's

Since 1920, Broussard's has been a cornerstone of New Orleans' French Quarter, delighting generations of locals and visitors with exceptional French-Creole cuisine, timeless elegance, and genuine Southern hospitality. From brunch in our lush courtyard to refined dinners in our historic dining rooms and handcrafted cocktails in the Empire Bar, every experience reflects over a century of culinary excellence. Broussard's is also one of New Orleans' premier private event destinations, hosting everything from intimate celebrations to grand events for hundreds of guests.