What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Ember Custom Event Planning & Catering LLC?
Position Summary
The Overnight Prep Cook is responsible for completing assigned prep tasks that support daily cafeteria, café, and catering operations. Working overnight, this role focuses on executing a structured prep list, maintaining organization, and ensuring the kitchen is ready for efficient morning service.
This is an entry-level kitchen position ideal for someone looking to grow in a professional, chef-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
The Overnight Prep Cook is responsible for completing assigned prep tasks that support daily cafeteria, café, and catering operations. Working overnight, this role focuses on executing a structured prep list, maintaining organization, and ensuring the kitchen is ready for efficient morning service.
This is an entry-level kitchen position ideal for someone looking to grow in a professional, chef-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete daily prep lists as assigned
- Wash, cut, portion, and prepare vegetables, proteins, and basic ingredients
- Prepare simple sauces, dressings, and menu components following recipes
- Properly label, date, and store products
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation
- Assist with basic baking or assembly tasks as needed
- Follow all food safety and sanitation standards
- Communicate low inventory or product concerns to management
- Previous kitchen or food service experience preferred but not required
- Basic knife skills (or willingness to learn)
- Ability to follow recipes and clear instructions
- Dependable and able to work independently overnight
- Strong attention to cleanliness and organization
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
- Overnight shifts (schedule to be determined)
- Structured prep environment with clear task lists
- Professional officebuilding kitchen setting
Salary : $16 - $20