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Prep Cook

Front Porch Communities & Services
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026
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Prep Cook (Assistant Cook)

Full Time: Tuesday - Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Summary

Under the supervision of the Executive Chef or Sous Chef, a Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food as directed by a senior Cook. Plating dishes in an attractive way and ensuring the quality of different dishes. The Prep Cook is responsible for knowing how to use a variety of techniques to prepare whatever dish he/she is assigned to. Often the Prep Cook is assigned to a single station where he/she will be responsible for preparing a single type of food by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions: The duties listed below are essential functions of the position that must be performed to effectively perform the position in at least an acceptable manner as defined by Front Porch. Other duties may be assigned and may also be considered essential functions of the position.

  • Prepares raw ingredients for cooking. Chopping vegetables, butchering meat, cleaning seafood, breading items, panning desserts and breads, etc.
  • Responsible to keep a single station or more than one station fully stocked at mealtimes.
  • Responsible for the storage of food, both incoming stock and leftovers for own station(s).
  • Assist in unloading delivery trucks and ensuring that food is stored in the appropriate conditions.
  • Aids in determining if leftovers can be reused or if they must be disposed of.
  • Keep track of what supplies they use to aid in re-ordering supplies as necessary.
  • Responsible for his or her own station, ensuring that all items are appropriately cleaned and ready for use before and after each shift.
  • Aids in ensuring that entire kitchen meets sanitation standards. Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Credentials

Essential:

  • Food Handlers’ certification from local health department

Essential

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or GED

Experience With Equivalent Qualifications

  • 1 years of previous Prep or Assistant Cook experience preferred

Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.

Salary : $20 - $22

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