Prep Cook | Shenanigans Irish Pub | Dahlonega, GA
Love cooking? Enjoy working with a team? Want a job where your hard work actually matters by making food from scratch? Join the Shenanigans kitchen team!
This position is located in Dahlonega, GA. If you're applying from another city, please make sure you're comfortable with the commute. Everyone is welcome to apply!
About You
A great Prep Cook understands that what happens behind the scenes creates the experience our guests to remember.
You are the person who helps the kitchen succeed before the first order hits the line. Your preparation, organization, and attention to detail allow our cooks to provide consistent, high-quality food for our guests.
We are looking for someone who:
- Takes pride in their work
- Shows up with a positive attitude
- Works well as part of a team
- Can stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Understands that great food starts with great preparation
Kitchen experience is preferred, but the right attitude and willingness to learn go a long way!
What You'll Do
- Prepare ingredients according to daily prep lists and recipes
- Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, soups, stocks, and other kitchen items
- Wash, cut, portion, label, and properly store food products
- Follow recipe standards and portion guidelines to ensure consistency
- Assist cooks and kitchen staff during busy service
- Keep the Prep kitchen clean and organized
- Receive and organize food deliveries
- Maintain proper food safety and sanitation standards
- Complete opening and closing kitchen checklists
- Help keep inventory stocked and notify management when supplies are low
- Step in wherever needed to support the team
What We're Looking For
✔ Positive attitude and strong work ethic
✔ Reliable and dependable attendance
✔ Ability to multitask in a busy kitchen
✔ Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods
✔ Team player who is willing to help wherever needed
✔ Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
✔ Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Food Safety & Kitchen Standards
At Shenanigans, cleanliness and safety are a priority.
You will be expected to:
- Follow all food safety guidelines
- Properly wash hands and maintain sanitary practices
- Wear required kitchen attire including apron/chef coat, gloves, head covering, and closed-toe shoes
- Maintain clean workstations and equipment
- Properly store, label, and rotate food products
Schedule
Part-Time opportunities available
Schedules may include:
- Weekday shifts
- Evening shifts
- Weekend shifts
- Holidays and extended hours based on business needs
Why Work at Shenanigans?
- Be part of one of Dahlonega's favorite restaurants
- Work with a supportive kitchen team
- Opportunities to learn and grow within the restaurant
- Fast-paced environment where every team member makes an impact
- Employee meal discounts
- A workplace where hard work is noticed and appreciated
Great kitchens are built by great people. If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a team, and want to grow your skills, we'd love to meet you. Apply today!
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Application Question(s):
- What is your minimum commitment for employment at this time? (Our minimum is one year)
- Please provide 3 professional references and their relationship to you and contact information:
- Do you have reliable transportation?
- Are you committed to working our holiday blackout dates? (one week before Thanksgiving up to the week after the 1st of the year)
- On a scale of 1-10, how well do you work in a team setting (1 being very poorly, 10 being excellent)?
- On a scale of 1-10, how well do you receive direction/correction? Please explain:
Experience:
- Prep (Recipes/Slice/Dice): 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
