PREP COOK
Location: Secrets Cocktail Garden
Richmond, VA
Position Type:
Part-Time or Full-Time
Compensation:
$17-$19
About Secrets Cocktail Garden
Secrets Cocktail Garden is an upscale Southern restaurant and cocktail lounge located in the heart of Richmond. We are looking for dependable Prep Cooks who take pride in quality, consistency, and teamwork. This position is ideal for someone who has kitchen prep experience and some line cooking experience in a high-volume restaurant.
Position Summary
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining kitchen organization, and supporting the line during service. Candidates must understand kitchen operations, work with urgency, and maintain high food quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, dressings, and other menu ingredients according to recipes.
- Portion and label food following company standards.
- Maintain organized prep stations throughout each shift.
- Assist line cooks during lunch and dinner service as needed.
- Cook menu items during service when assigned.
- Follow all recipes and plating standards.
- Receive and properly store deliveries using FIFO procedures.
- Monitor food quality, freshness, and inventory levels.
- Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment.
- Wash dishes and kitchen equipment when necessary.
- Complete opening and closing kitchen duties.
- Communicate effectively with chefs, managers, and fellow team members.
- Follow all food safety and health department regulations.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 year of restaurant prep cook experience.
- Minimum 1 Year of line cook experience required.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
- Knife skills and knowledge of proper food preparation techniques.
- Understanding of food safety and sanitation procedures.
- Ability to read and follow standardized recipes.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Dependable with excellent attendance.
- Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Preferred Experience
- Scratch kitchen experience.
- Southern, American, Cajun, or Caribbean cuisine experience.
- Experience working on grill, sauté, fryer, or pantry stations.
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification is a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Growth opportunities within the company.
- Professional and supportive team environment.
- Employee meal discounts.
- Opportunity to grow into a Line Cook or Lead Prep Cook position.
If you are passionate about food, work well under pressure, and have both prep and line experience, we want to hear from you. Join the team at Secrets Cocktail Garden and help create an exceptional dining experience every day.
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
