Prep Cook

Job Description

Job Description

Smiling faces and happy people wanted!

Abby's Bagels & Coffee Dallas is opening a new store and looking for people who love great food, fast-paced work, and taking care of others. We make bagels from scratch, serve coffee all day. We are a neighborhood spot that always feels welcoming.

At Abby's, we practice unreasonable hospitality:

• Not just good service, but noticing the small stuff and surprising people with moments they'll talk about later.
• Treating every guest like a regular, and every teammate like family, whether it s 7:00 am rush or midnight cravings.
• Going above and beyond in personal, thoughtful ways learning names, remembering favorite orders, and finding ways to say yes whenever we can.

If you get energy from people and want to be part of a tight, hardworking crew, this is the place.

 

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for daily service, including washing, chopping, slicing, portioning, mixing, and labeling food items

• Prepare spreads, salads, sandwich ingredients, fillings, sauces, and other menu components according to Abby’s Bagels recipes and standards

• Follow prep lists and production schedules to ensure the kitchen is ready for service

• Store food properly using date labels, rotation practices, and temperature-control procedures

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary prep area, walk-in, cooler, and storage spaces

• Follow food-safety and allergen-handling procedures at all times

• Receive deliveries, check products for quality, and stock ingredients and supplies as needed

• Monitor ingredient levels and notify management of low inventory, waste, or quality concerns

• Assist line cooks, bakers, and front-of-house staff during busy periods when needed

• Complete opening, closing, dishwashing, cleaning, and sanitation duties

Qualifications

• Prior prep cook, line cook, kitchen, deli, catering, or food-service experience preferred

• Basic knife skills and comfort using common kitchen equipment safely

• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, prep procedures, and directions consistently

• Strong organizational skills and attention to cleanliness and detail

• Ability to work quickly and calmly in a fast-paced environment

• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a team-oriented attitude

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift or carry up to 50 pounds

• Availability for early mornings, weekends, holidays, and occasional extended shifts

• Food Handler certification, or willingness to obtain one, preferred

Schedule and Compensation

This position may be full-time or part-time. Shifts may include early mornings, weekends, and holidays. Pay is competitive and based on experience.

To Apply

Please submit your résumé and a brief note describing your kitchen or food-service experience, availability, and interest in joining Abby’s Bagels.