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Prep Cook

Gogi
Anchorage, AK Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/5/2026

Full job description

The role of the Prep Cook has the task of preparing all raw food and ingredients for the line cooks and chefs who assemble and cook then it is served to guests in a tasteful and visually appealing manner.

Typical duties of the Prep Cook include:

  • Receives deliveries and stores food in refrigerators and freezers.
  • Cleans food preparation areas and removes garbage from the kitchen.
  • Makes lists of items that need to be ordered and assists in keeping the kitchen organized.
  • Rotates stock in containers to maintain freshness.
  • Prepares the ingredients for chefs to cook the entrees and meals that are offered on the menu.
  • Washes, chops, grates and slices vegetables to go in various dishes.
  • Cuts and slices meats to the appropriate portion sizes.
  • Assists in cleaning the kitchen before closing the night.
  • Complies with special food handling requirements for dishes.

The successful applicant will:

  • Have the ability to pay attention to small details, excellent reading comprehension skills and follow instructions.
  • Possesses knowledge of safe food handling procedures, sanitary kitchen conditions and proper hand washing techniques.
  • Has the ability to follow directions, able to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced, high stress environment.
  • Demonstrates excellent organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
  • Displays superior knife skills and can quickly and safely slice or chop meal ingredients into exact dimensions called for in the recipe.
  • Has a strong sense of taste and smell as well as excellent hand and finger dexterity.
  • Previous restaurant experience.
  • Ability to work hours that coincide with the restaurant's hours including late nights and weekends.
  • Ability to work in a hot and busy kitchen.
  • Must have a valid food handler's card.
  • Work as productive team member by contributing positive energy.
  • Perform the duties of the position in a safe manner.
  • Be professional in all interactions with associates.

If you enjoy doing a variety of tasks in an environment that can go from relaxed to busy and takes pride in their work environment and recognized for the job you do, then this job is for you!

This job posting is not intended to detail every aspect of your job or list every task you may perform. It is provided as a general overview of the responsibilities and skills required to do this job successfully.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

Shift:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Morning shift
  • Night shift

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Required)
  • Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Anchorage, AK 99518 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Anchorage, AK 99518: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $22

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