Prep Cook - Soho Warehouse Berenjak

Soho House & Co. • Los Angeles, CA

10d

About The Position

At Soho House, the Prep Cook I performs basic cooking duties, monitors stock levels, and takes on culinary tasks as they arise. The role requires complying with food and sanitation guidelines and regulations, working quickly and diligently, following instructions in a fast-paced environment, and being willing to improve on the job. The work includes repetitive motions.

The Prep Cook follows chef-created prep lists; measures and prepares ingredients; chops produce and prepares meats; and prepares simple dishes such as entrees or salads. The role keeps food and supplies properly stored, accessible, and stocked, and ensures prep stations, condiments, the bread warmer, and the prep and pass areas are ready, clean, and organized. The Prep Cook completes checklists and side work, assists with expediting orders and trash removal, works closely with the kitchen team, and performs other duties assigned by kitchen or Food and Beverage supervisors or managers.

The position requires at least two years of experience, basic verbal communication, teamwork, the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, attention to detail, demonstrated knife skills, flexibility, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced kitchen. Physical requirements include working on your feet for at least eight hours, moving quickly around the club, handling objects with your hands, lifting or carrying at least 40 pounds, and occasionally kneeling, bending, crouching, or climbing.

The California pay range is $24–$24 USD. Compensation in other locations may vary, and actual compensation is determined by experience and other factors permitted by law.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience.
• Basic verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Detail oriented.
• Demonstrated knife skills and understanding of kitchen environments.
• Flexible schedule.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8 hours.
• Must be able to move quickly between parts of the club.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift at least 40 pounds.
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch, and climb as required.

Responsibilities

• Follow prep lists created by chefs.
• Measure ingredients and seasonings and prepare cooking ingredients, including soup stock.
• Chop produce uniformly and prepare meats.
• Prepare simple dishes such as entrees or salads.
• Ensure food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Set up condiments and keep prep stations stocked, ready for service, and operational during service.
• Keep the bread warmer organized and full.
• Complete assigned side work before and after service.
• Assist porters with trash removal.
• Help expedite food orders for the kitchen and servers.
• Keep the prep and pass area tidy, clean, and organized.
• Prepare for service as needed by chefs and management.
• Complete all checklists to standard.
• Work as a team and help others as needed.
• Work closely with the kitchen and properly stock work areas.
• Maintain clean work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the kitchen or a Food and Beverage supervisor or manager.

Benefits

• Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits and a retirement fund with a 2% match.
• Full-time employees receive sick days and vacation days.
• Career development opportunities domestically and internationally, and managerially or technically.
• Training to develop technical and managerial skills.
• Internally and externally run learning and development courses.
• Cookhouse and House Tonic food and drink trips, training, and events, available to all employees.
• Monthly team events, including fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes.
• A substantial meal provided free of charge while on duty in the Houses and Restaurants.
• Soho Impact community initiatives, including mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach, and sustainability.

What This Job Offers

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