Prep Cook

Millennium Hotels and Resorts•Sunnyvale, CA

70d•Onsite

About The Position

As our Prep Cook, you will support the Culinary team by preparing ingredients and assisting with daily food production for the hotel's restaurants, banquets, events, and other food and beverage operations. You will ensure ingredients are properly prepared, stored, labeled, and ready for service while maintaining high standards of quality, cleanliness, and food safety. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in quality and consistency, and is eager to grow their culinary skills while contributing to a strong team environment. You will play an important role in keeping the kitchen organized, prepared, and ready for service. Your attention to detail and consistency will help the Culinary team maintain efficient operations, high-quality food, and exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Requirements

Previous prep cook, line cook, restaurant, hotel, or food service experience preferred
Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen procedures
Ability to safely operate basic commercial kitchen equipment
Basic knife skills and ability to safely use kitchen knives
Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation procedures
Ability to accurately measure and portion ingredients
Ability to follow standardized recipes and preparation instructions
Food Handler Certification required or ability to obtain upon hire
Passion for hospitality and supporting exceptional guest experiences
Strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Ability to follow recipes and verbal and written instructions
Strong commitment to cleanliness and food safety
Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks
Ability to safely use knives and kitchen equipment
Comfortable working in hot, humid, and fast-paced kitchen environments
Ability to move throughout kitchen, storage, banquet, and food service areas as required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a hotel, resort, restaurant, or high-volume kitchen preferred
Culinary school or formal culinary training is a plus
Experience supporting banquet or catering operations is a plus
Familiarity with HACCP and food safety standards
Experience working with high-volume food preparation
Bilingual abilities are a plus
Culinary education or training preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Prepare vegetables, fruits, meats, seafood, sauces, dressings, garnishes, and other ingredients according to recipes and established standards
Wash, peel, cut, chop, slice, dice, portion, and prepare ingredients as directed
Complete daily mise en place according to production needs and service levels
Follow standardized recipes and preparation procedures to ensure consistency
Measure and portion ingredients accurately
Assist cooks and chefs with food preparation as needed
Prepare ingredients for restaurant, banquet, catering, and special event operations
Maintain organized and fully stocked workstations throughout each shift
Communicate with cooks and supervisors regarding preparation needs and production levels
Assist with setting up and breaking down kitchen workstations
Ensure ingredients and prepared items are available for service according to production schedules
Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food deliveries
Properly label and date prepared foods and ingredients
Follow FIFO procedures to ensure proper product rotation
Assist with maintaining appropriate inventory levels
Follow recipes, portion standards, and preparation instructions consistently
Inspect ingredients for freshness, quality, and proper condition
Report spoiled, damaged, or poor-quality products to a supervisor
Maintain consistency in portion sizes and preparation
Assist with garnishes and other food presentation needs
Help ensure all food is prepared and stored according to established standards
Follow all HACCP, food safety, sanitation, OSHA, and local health department regulations
Maintain proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature control procedures
Wash hands and maintain proper personal hygiene throughout each shift
Clean and sanitize workstations, cutting boards, knives, utensils, and equipment
Properly store food and maintain appropriate temperatures
Prevent cross-contamination by following established food safety procedures
Properly handle cleaning chemicals and use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Report food safety concerns, equipment issues, or hazards promptly
Keep preparation areas, equipment, and workstations clean and organized
Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment and food preparation areas
Maintain clean and organized refrigerators, freezers, and storage areas
Properly dispose of food waste and maintain waste areas
Assist with end-of-shift cleaning and kitchen breakdown
Maintain a safe and efficient work environment
Assist with food preparation for banquets, meetings, catering, and special events
Prepare large quantities of ingredients and food items according to event requirements
Support the Culinary team with event setup and breakdown
Complete production tasks according to event timelines and service needs
Maintain food quality and consistency during high-volume production
Work closely with Chefs, Cooks, Stewards, Banquets, and Food & Beverage teams
Communicate effectively with supervisors and culinary team members
Respond promptly to preparation and production requests
Assist other Culinary team members during busy service periods
Maintain a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment
Support other kitchen duties as assigned based on business needs