Line/Prep Cook (15-18 per hr)

About Us:
At The Parkside, connection is at the core of what we do. Our team, our guests, and our community matter deeply to us. We work together, support one another, and create a space where everyone feels welcome.

As a Line/Prep Cook, you’ll bring our kitchen experience to life through quality-driven cooking and consistent execution. You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where each shift is an opportunity to learn, collaborate, and support a smooth, successful service.

What We Expect of You:
Great people make an amazing workplace! If you have the following qualities, you will thrive here!

• Take pride in preparing quality food with consistency
• Enjoy working as part of a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen team
• Stay calm and focused under pressure, even during busy shifts
• Care about organization, cleanliness, and food safety standards
• Are dependable, punctual, and committed to supporting your teammates
• Keep a positive attitude and communicate clearly and respectfully
• Are open to learning new techniques and recipes
• Take ownership of your station and contribute to smooth kitchen operations

Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients then cook and assemble dishes as indicated by recipes
• Perform portion control and minimize waste to keep cost within forecasted range
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner by restocking ingredients at workstation and meeting prep times to ensure smooth delivery
• Set up and clean station according to restaurant protocol
• Maintain a clean workstation area, including kitchen equipment, tables, and shelves
• Comply with applicable sanitary, health, and personal hygiene standards
• Ensure quality and freshness of ingredients and products
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the line supervisor, sous-chef, or executive chef

Skills:

• 1-3 years of experience cooking in a restaurant, hotel, or resort
• Culinary degree preferred
• Understanding of cooking methods and procedures, and knife handling skills
• Ability to perform tasks with accuracy, speed, and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow cooking directions
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Must be organized and self-motivated
• Must be able to stand, bend, stretch, and lift, and carry heavy materials.