Prep Cook — Luckey’s Woodsman
Reports To: Chef and Sous Chef
Location: Trailside Kitchen — Sisters, Oregon
Compensation: $23–$30+ per hour, including tips
Are You an Awesome Prep Cook?
Luckey’s Woodsman is now accepting applications for a Prep Cook to join our team at Trailside Kitchen in Sisters.
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask while producing consistently great food? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Are you passionate about cooking from scratch and working with high-quality ingredients? Do you also love the outdoors and everything Central Oregon has to offer?
Luckey’s Woodsman might be the place for you.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, communicates well, keeps a clean and organized workspace, and understands that great service begins with thoughtful and consistent preparation.
A Day in the Life of a Luckey’s Woodsman Prep Cook
As a Prep Cook, you will help set our kitchen and culinary team up for success each day. You will prepare ingredients for service, follow recipes and production lists, maintain proper food-storage standards, and help ensure our kitchen remains clean, organized, and fully stocked.
Luckey’s Woodsman serves a dynamic range of guests, including the Sisters community, outdoor enthusiasts, catering clients, wedding guests, and groups gathering throughout Central Oregon.
Our operation includes Trailside Kitchen in Sisters, our Bend food truck, adventure catering, community events, weddings, corporate functions, and occasional off-grid culinary experiences.
Prep Cook Responsibilities
As a Prep Cook, you will:
- Prepare ingredients according to recipes, prep lists, and instructions from the Chef and Sous Chef.
- Wash, peel, chop, slice, portion, weigh, and measure ingredients.
- Prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, dressings, garnishes, and cold-food items.
- Assist with receiving, inspecting, and properly storing food and supply deliveries.
- Label, date, rotate, cover, and store all food according to safe food-handling procedures.
- Follow federal, state, and local food-safety regulations.
- Communicate inventory levels, shortages, and prep needs to the Chef and kitchen team.
- Taste and inspect prepared items to ensure quality and consistency.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workspace throughout each shift.
- Clean and sanitize refrigerators, storage areas, prep surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
- Safely operate and maintain kitchen appliances and food-preparation equipment.
- Return dirty utensils and equipment to the appropriate cleaning areas.
- Complete opening, prep, and closing checklists.
- Report maintenance issues, damaged equipment, food-quality concerns, or unforeseen circumstances to management.
- Assist cooks and other team members when needed.
- Perform additional kitchen duties as assigned by the Chef or Sous Chef.
What We Are Looking For
You might be a great fit if:
- You enjoy working collaboratively with others.
- You can follow written recipes, prep lists, checklists, and verbal instructions.
- You take pride in keeping a clean and organized workspace.
- You are comfortable working efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
- You have a passion for fresh, high-quality food.
- You communicate clearly with all levels of the restaurant team.
- You consistently follow safe and hygienic food-handling practices.
- You are reliable, honest, and able to work with a sense of urgency.
- You are interested in developing your culinary knowledge and skills.
- You are willing to jump in and help the team wherever needed.
- You have previous professional kitchen experience. At least one year is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.
- You have at least one outdoor hobby, such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, climbing, skiing, or snowboarding.
Who We Are
Luckey’s Woodsman is a locally owned Central Oregon food-service company with a restaurant in Sisters, a food truck in Bend, and an adventure catering service that takes us throughout Central Oregon’s backcountry, wedding venues, community gatherings, and corporate events.
The original Luckey’s Woodsman opened in Springfield, Oregon, on August 1, 1956. At its height, the family business grew to seven locations throughout the Willamette Valley.
Our owner grew up hearing stories about both the accomplishments and challenges his grandparents and family experienced in the restaurant industry. Those stories inspired him to reopen Luckey’s Woodsman in 2020 with a new mission: to honor his family’s legacy while creating a healthier and more meaningful future for professional food service.
Today, we work to bridge the gap between outdoor recreation and professional hospitality. We are heavily involved in our community and believe that the world would be a better place if more people spent time outside.
What We Believe
We believe the outdoors can inspire people to enjoy cooking professionally again.
We believe outdoor recreation can be used as a tool to create a healthier work environment in an industry that has historically struggled with burnout and toxicity.
We believe in using fresh, high-quality, and sometimes wild ingredients.
We make our food from scratch using the best ingredients we can find, while supporting local farms, producers, and businesses whenever possible.
Most importantly, we believe in the power of the team. Luckey’s Woodsman would not be what it is today without the incredible people who work together to make it happen.
What’s in It for You?
- A fun, supportive, and positive work environment.
- Continuous culinary and professional-development opportunities.
- Opportunities for advancement within a growing local company.
- Optional financial-education classes focused on budgeting and building credit.
- An hourly wage of $23–$30+ per hour, including tips.
- Opportunities to participate in unique events and adventures while creating memorable experiences for our guests.
- The chance to work for a company that cares deeply about food, community, teamwork, and the outdoors.
Interested?
Apply today and tell us why you would be a great addition to the Luckey’s Woodsman team.
Luckey’s Woodsman Off Grid Provisions is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: $23.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Sisters, OR 97759 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sisters, OR 97759: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
