Prep Cook (Part Time)

Cosm•Inglewood, CA

About The Position

The Prep Cook plays a key role in delivering high-quality, consistent food by executing recipes with precision, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and supporting a connected, optimistic, and service-oriented team environment that contributes to a memorable fan (guest) experience. The role supports Cosm’s hospitality and Shared Reality experience through food preparation and positive interactions with team members and guests. The Prep Cook prepares the station for service, follows recipes and prep sheets, maintains food quality and safety, tracks waste, and keeps kitchen and storage areas clean and organized. The role requires a positive, professional, team-first approach and the ability to work a variety of shifts, including late hours, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs, consistent with applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

Food Handler Card required, or ability to obtain one within the required timeframe.
Excellent communication and professional interpersonal skills.
Passion for food and dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Must be of legal age to work unrestricted hours as outlined by local ordinances and state laws.
Must be able to work a variety of shifts based on operational needs, including late hours, weekends, and holidays.
Demonstrated good time-management and communication skills.
Follow company and state safety guidelines.
Must be able to continuously stand, walk, and lift up to 10 pounds.
Must be able to frequently bend, squat, reach overhead, and lift up to 20 pounds.
Must seldom sit, climb, push, pull, and lift over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of previous culinary experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Bring the Pillars of Service—Connected, Optimistic, Service Oriented, and Memorable—to life through team and guest interactions.
Foster a connected, one-team environment by supporting team members to ensure accuracy and speed of service.
Engage coworkers, leaders, and guests with a positive, professional, and optimistic approach.
Follow supervisors’ direction with a proactive, team-first mindset.
Use strong communication and time-management skills to support team success.
Attend training and contribute to a growth-oriented, collaborative team culture.
Prepare the station and ensure readiness for scheduled service and anticipated business levels.
Execute recipes and prep sheets according to company standards, including proper portioning and product utilization.
Ensure food items meet or exceed quality standards.
Maintain knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and allergen risks.
Accurately track and minimize waste.
Follow food safety, handling, labeling, and storage procedures, including shelf-life and product-rotation standards.
Comply with health department regulations, including proper hygiene practices.
Demonstrate safe knife skills and proper use of kitchen equipment.
Maintain a valid food service permit as required.
Maintain clean, organized prep areas, storage areas, and floors, using clean-as-you-go practices throughout the shift.
Ensure refrigeration and dry-storage areas meet company and safety standards.
Support an efficient, service-oriented work environment and arrive prepared for each shift with an optimistic mindset.
Perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, while adhering to company policies and procedures.