MEAL PREP COOK — Sunrise, FL
Pay: $20–$26 per hour, based on experience
Schedule: Part-time, approximately 2 to 3 production days per week
Location: Sunrise, FL — In person
Positions: 2
About Us
We are a new and growing meal prep company launching our kitchen operations in Sunrise, FL. We are hiring our first two Meal Prep Cooks to help us build our kitchen operation from the ground up.
This is a hands-on cooking and food-production position. We have an established weekly menu and recipes, so the primary responsibility is to execute the menu consistently, efficiently, and according to our recipes and specifications.
We expect to start with approximately 10 different dishes and under 100 meals per week, with production completed from Thursday to Saturday. As the business grows, production volume and the number of menu items will increase, and we plan to expand the kitchen team.
Responsibilities
- Prepare approximately 10 different dishes each week using provided recipes.
- Prep ingredients and organize the kitchen for production.
- Cook and prepare meals according to recipes and specifications.
- Maintain consistent taste, quality, and portion sizes.
- Portion and package finished meals accurately.
- Complete weekly production within the scheduled 2 to3 day production window.
- Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and sanitary throughout production.
- Follow proper food-safety and sanitation procedures.
- Work efficiently as part of a small kitchen team.
- Communicate any ingredient, equipment, or production issues.
- Assist with kitchen cleanup after production.
- Help establish efficient kitchen routines as the company grows.
Qualifications
- Previous meal prep, catering, restaurant, or commercial cooking experience required.
- Strong cooking skills and ability to follow recipes accurately.
- Experience preparing food in volume is preferred.
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Good organization and time-management skills.
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
- Able to work independently and as part of a small team.
- Strong attention to food quality, portioning, cleanliness, and presentation.
- Food safety certification is a plus.
Growth Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join our company at the beginning of its growth.
We expect production and our kitchen team to grow as the business expands. Employees who demonstrate strong performance, reliability, initiative, and leadership may have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and advance into Lead Cook, Kitchen Supervisor, or other leadership positions.
We are looking for cooks who want to grow with the company and take on greater responsibilities as we expand.
To Apply
Please submit your resume and include a brief description of your cooking experience.
Please tell us:
- How many years of cooking experience you have
- Your meal prep, restaurant, catering, or commercial kitchen experience
- Your experience cooking and preparing food in volume
- Your availability
- Any food-safety certifications you hold
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $20.25 - $26.20 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work 2–3 days per week, primarily Thursday through Saturday, in our Sunrise, FL commercial kitchen?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Culinary: 3 years (Required)
- Culinary with leadership position: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- ServSafe Manager certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Sunrise, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
