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Prep Cook

Ford's Garage
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026

Ready to quit your day job and jump into the restaurant industry with us? We're not your average restaurant, and we don't want your average Prep Cook, better known as a Heart of House Hero. Are you ready to have fun while building your career? We don’t believe in the dull and mundane… in fact, we adamantly reject it!

As a part of our badass team (yep we said it), you’ll help deliver our mission by joining a team of GOATS that, together will continue to grow the legacy of our brand and be brand stewards. Prep Cooks are responsible to cook and prepare a variety of food products including meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, breads and other food products using a variety of equipment and utensils according to the Daily Prep List.

Minimum Qualifications (with or without accommodation)
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid food safety certification or any other food/alcohol certification, as required by state law
• Able to stand for 10 hours and lift at least 50 pounds
• Good hearing for safety and accurate communication
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English
• Must have reliable transportation

Our Prep Cooks are Responsible for:
• Ensuring our guests have an unbeatable experience with the highest quality preparation and presentation of our food products with the utmost recipe adherence
• Supporting the success of the Heart of house by ensuring menu items are stocked and prepped according to food safety and recipe standards.
• Maintaining highest standards of cleanliness and organization throughout all food preparation areas
• Being aware of and abiding by all food safety practices.

Unique Benefits:
• Work alongside, learn and grow from fellow GOATs. Whatever your goals are in life, our goal is to make you more prepared to get there.
• Become a part of a culture that creates connections between iconic brands and guests. Join the fun and ONE TEAM culture that makes us great!
• We have a bunch of fun brands, and this role will give you discounts to eat at all of them. You also get a discount on our retail!
• We use innovative technology for easy scheduling.
• Daily pay? We got you. Have your money in your pocket as soon as the next day.
• We have an open door policy because your voice always matters.
• Refer a friend…get paid for bringing on another GOAT.
• Need medical insurance? Offered to all full-time team members.
• Get rewarded for working with us! Exclusive partnership discounts for theme parks, concerts, hotels and online shopping.

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