Food Service - Prep Cook

SSA Group, LLC • San Antonio, TX

13d • $13

About The Position

The Prep Cook prepares ingredients and assists with kitchen cleanliness, storage, inventory, and food safety. The role supports SSA’s hospitality work by helping create warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for guests and clients. The Prep Cook works as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and may perform other kitchen duties as assigned. The position reports to the Kitchen Manager(s), Sous Chef(s), and Executive Chef.

Requirements

• Knowledge of kitchen health and safety rules.
• Manual dexterity to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to remain flexible in a fast-paced environment.
• Patience and ability to stay positive under pressure.
• Ability to work varied hours and days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Previous experience in a kitchen, culinary education, or equivalent training.

Nice To Haves

• Food handling license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, seasoning, and marinating.
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and organizing supplies.
• Assist with inventory management and storage of supplies.
• Ensure food and other items are stored properly.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines.
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned.
• Deliver warm, welcoming, and memorable experiences for guests and clients.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive approach within the brand team and across units.
• Support sustainability and conservation efforts, including sharing knowledge and providing opportunities to teach unit staff.
• Engage with SSA and the unit in community activities and opportunities to give back.

Benefits

• Eligible for overtime pay.
• On-Demand Pay Program providing access to a portion of earned wages before payday.
• Meal plan and employee discounts at applicable locations.
• 401(k) program with a 15% company match, subject to age, service, hours-worked, and enrollment-period eligibility requirements.
• Tuition discount through a partnership college.
• Up to 8 hours of bereavement leave.
• Holiday pay of 1.5 times the regular rate for hours worked on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.
• Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local laws; accrual rates, caps, and usage rules vary by location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed