Prep Cook (BOH Team)

Zunzibar•Jupiter, FL

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The Prep Cook ensures Zunzibar’s kitchen is fully stocked, organized, and ready for service by preparing ingredients, sauces, proteins, and other items according to company standards. This role is essential in supporting smooth daily operations and maintaining consistent food quality.

Requirements

Prior prep cook or culinary experience preferred.
Strong knife skills and familiarity with basic cooking techniques.
Ability to follow detailed recipes and portion standards.
Excellent time management and organization.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for long periods.
Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
High School Diploma or GED.
1-2 years of experience in either a food service or retail environment is preferred, but not required.
Experience in providing exceptional customer service is also preferred, but can be trained to candidates with a great attitude and desire to work in the food service industry.
Good communication and interpersonal skills are required.
The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences, and memos is necessary.
The position also requires the ability to write simple correspondences and the ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.
The position requires the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
It also requires basic business math skills.
The position requires the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations and people.
Must be able to operate Point of Sale/cash register.

Responsibilities

Perform daily prep tasks, including chopping, portioning, marinating, labeling, and storing ingredients.
Prepare all recipes and batch items according to Zunzibar procedures and flavor profiles.
Follow proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices.
Maintain accurate prep lists and communicate shortages or overages to kitchen leadership.
Set up prep areas, keep stations organized, and ensure proper FIFO (first in, first out) rotation.
Use kitchen equipment (knives, slicers, mixers, etc.) safely and correctly.
Assist with receiving deliveries and storing products properly.
Monitor food quality and report concerns immediately.
Support the line during peak periods when needed.
Complete assigned opening, closing, and cleaning duties.