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the girl & the fig, LLC

Prep Cook

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

Prep Cook ID: 1024 Location: Sonoma, California Department: the girl & the fig (BOH) Salary Range: $20-$28 per hour dependent on experience More about this job > Description the girl & the fig in ...

Olive Garden

Prep Cook

Rohnert Park, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $28.25/hr

As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...

Olive Garden

Prep Cook

Rohnert Park, CA

$16.90 - $28.25/hr

As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...

Little Saint

Prep Cook

Healdsburg, CA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

The Prep Cook ensures quality standards and thoroughness for all assignments. The position will occasionally be in contact with guests and to provide sincere hospitality and create a warm environment ...

Olive Garden

Prep Cook

Rohnert Park, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $28.25/hr

As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...

Olive Garden

Prep Cook

Rohnert Park, CA · On-site

$16.90 - $28.25/hr

As a prep cook, you must have a strong passion for delivering and flawlessly executing recipes to meet and exceed our guest expectations. In addition, as a prep cook, you must have a firm commitment ...

BJ's Restaurants

Prep Cook

Santa Rosa, CA

$18.21 - $23/hr

Prep Cook We build jobs that advance into lifelong careers. Start crafting yours today. You give your all to delight our Guests, we serve up the ingredients for you to live your best life. * Flexible ...

BJ's Restaurants

Prep Cook

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$18.21 - $23/hr

Prep Cook We build jobs that advance into lifelong careers. Start crafting yours today. You give your all to delight our Guests, we serve up the ingredients for you to live your best life. * Flexible ...

Hillstone Restaurant Group

Prep Cook

Yountville, CA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Prep Cook positions are available. * Health benefits are available. * Training will begin immediately. * Full and part-time opportunities available. These positions involve high volume, a la minute ...

Hillstone Restaurant Group

Prep Cook

Yountville, CA · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Prep Cook positions are available. * Health benefits are available. * Training will begin immediately. * Full and part-time opportunities available. These positions involve high volume, a la minute ...

the girl & the fig, LLC

Prep Cook

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

the girl & the fig in Sonoma is currently seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our team. We are a restaurant group with multiple locations in the Sonoma Valley, which includes the girl & the fig ...

Cattlemens

Prep Cook

Rohnert Park, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

The primary responsibilities of a Prep Cook are to quickly, efficiently and consistently prepare the proper amounts of high quality food from products that meet our product specifications and exactly ...

Apple

Caffe Macs Prep Cook

Bodega Bay, CA

$27.75 - $36.05/hr

The Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation of daily entrees/items, featuring daily changing menus with knowledge of culinary ingredients. Prepare ingredients and cook according to established ...

BOA Napa LLC

Prep Cook - BOA Steakhouse

Napa, CA

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

Description BOA Steakhouse now accepting applications for PREP COOKS Innovative Dining Group (IDG), the acclaimed hospitality company behind iconic restaurant brands including BOA Steakhouse, Sushi ...

Innovative Dining Group

Prep Cook - BOA Steakhouse

Napa, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

BOA Steakhouse now accepting applications for PREP COOKS Innovative Dining Group (IDG), the acclaimed hospitality company behind iconic restaurant brands including BOA Steakhouse, Sushi Roku, and ...

Innovative Dining Group

Prep Cook - BOA Steakhouse

Napa, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

BOA Steakhouse now accepting applications for PREP COOKS Innovative Dining Group (IDG), the acclaimed hospitality company behind iconic restaurant brands including BOA Steakhouse, Sushi Roku, and ...

BOA Napa LLC

Prep Cook - BOA Steakhouse

Napa, CA

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

Description BOA Steakhouse now accepting applications for PREP COOKS Innovative Dining Group (IDG), the acclaimed hospitality company behind iconic restaurant brands including BOA Steakhouse, Sushi ...

Compass Group

PREP COOK

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$24/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. * Location : Cardinal Newman - 4320 Old Redwood Highway, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

Sage Dining

Prep Cook - Santa Rosa, CA

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $19.75/hr

Experience as a prep cook or line server in a commercial kitchen preferred. * Ability to understand and execute recipes and instructions in English accurately. * Ability to interact with SAGE guests ...

Epicurean Group

PREP COOK (FULL TIME)

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$24/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time PREP COOK positions. * Location : Cardinal Newman - 4320 Old Redwood Highway, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. Note: online applications accepted only. * Schedule ...

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A prep cook works in a restaurant or private kitchen, preparing ingredients for other chefs to cook. As a prep cook, your responsibilities center on simplifying the cooking process for everyone in the kitchen. Your duties include cleaning, peeling, chopping, cutting, slicing, and dicing vegetables, fruits, meats, cheeses, and other food. You are also responsible for maintaining health and safety standards in the kitchen, which is a responsibility of everyone on the staff. You need excellent knife skills to safely and quickly prepare food, and you need communication skills to follow instructions and collaborate with your coworkers. Experience working in a kitchen is helpful when you look for jobs as a prep cook, but a prep cook can sometimes be considered to be an entry-level position.

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Prep cooks often encounter challenges such as working in fast-paced environments, managing multiple tasks simultaneously, and maintaining consistency in food preparation. To manage these effectively, it’s important to develop strong time-management skills, stay organized, and communicate clearly with other kitchen staff. Building stamina and adaptability will also help handle peak hours, and being attentive to detail ensures quality and food safety standards are consistently met.

What is the difference between Prep Cook vs Line Cook?

AspectPrep CookLine Cook
ResponsibilitiesPrepares ingredients, washes, chops, and organizes supplies cooks dishes during service, manages specific station
Skills & CertificationsBasic cooking skills, food safety, knife skillsAdvanced cooking skills, station-specific knowledge
Work EnvironmentKitchen prep area, early shiftsHot line during service, fast-paced environment
Typical EmployerRestaurants, catering servicesRestaurants, hotels, catering

Prep cooks focus on preparing ingredients and organizing supplies, while line cooks handle cooking dishes during service. Both roles require food safety knowledge, but line cooks often need more advanced skills and work in a faster, high-pressure environment. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right culinary role.

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Prep cooks are kitchen professionals responsible for preparing ingredients and basic components needed for recipes. Their duties typically include washing, chopping, and measuring ingredients, as well as organizing workstations and ensuring that the kitchen runs efficiently. Prep cooks support chefs and line cooks by making sure everything is ready for meal preparation and service. This role is essential in both restaurants and catering operations, as it helps maintain a smooth workflow and consistent food quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Prep Cook, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Prep Cook, you need basic culinary skills, knowledge of food safety and sanitation, and experience with kitchen equipment, usually gained through on-the-job training or a culinary certificate. Familiarity with commercial kitchen tools such as slicers, mixers, and standardized recipes is common in this role. Strong attention to detail, time management, and teamwork are essential soft skills for handling multiple tasks efficiently. These abilities ensure high-quality food preparation, kitchen safety, and smooth operation during busy service periods.
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Prep Cook

the girl & the fig, LLC

Sonoma, CA • On-site

$20 - $28/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

Job description

the girl & the fig, LLC
Career Opportunities >> Prep Cook
Prep Cook
Summary
Title: Prep Cook ID: 1024 Location: Sonoma, California Department: the girl & the fig (BOH) Salary Range: $20-$28 per hour dependent on experience
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Description

the girl & the fig in Sonoma is currently seeking an experienced Prep Cook to join our team.

We are a restaurant group with multiple locations in the Sonoma Valley, which includes the girl & the fig in Sonoma, Poppy in Glen Ellen, the girl & the fig CATERS!, Suite D, and our FIGfood product line. We strive to use the best in local, sustainable food, and we continually develop many in-house programs to promote those ideals. Please visit us online at www.thegirlandthefig.com for more information.

Cooks prepare food according to recipe and restaurant specifications in a timely, efficient, and safe manner while using proper cooking techniques.

A Typical Day Includes...

  • Performing a wide range of cooking techniques
  • Handling food properly and understand use of kitchen tools, equipment, and safety procedures
  • Minimizing food wastage
  • Maintaining an organized and clean work area

This Job Requires...

  • Ability to provide or complete CA Food Handlers Certification
  • General restaurant knowledge and applicable experience in a high volume kitchen

Physical Demands...

  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs and regularly move items between 10-20lbs
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • Proper knife handling skills and techniques
  • An acute sense of taste and smell

Job Details...

  • This can be a part-time or full-time position
  • Hourly wage range for this position is $20 to $28
  • Starting wage is dependent on experience and qualifications

Benefits...

We want our team to thrive and succeed, and we believe that maintaining happiness at work is essential to a successful team. In addition to providing staff with competitive wages, our employees enjoy a variety of rewarding benefits such as: health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full time staff, sick time, 401k with employer match, staff meal, discounts, employee assistance program, employee referral program, health and wellness, and more.

the girl & the fig, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state or local law.

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