What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Makeready?
The Heathman Hotel is where Portland’s cultural legacy meets timeless hospitality. Since 1927, it has stood as a gathering place for artists, writers, performers, and travelers drawn to the creative spirit of the city. Rooted in history yet thoughtfully evolved for the modern guest, The Heathman blends classic elegance with contemporary comfort in the heart of downtown Portland.
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining kitchen organization, and supporting the culinary team in delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences. This role ensures all food preparation is completed efficiently, safely, and according to established recipes and standards.
Requested Tasks:
We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.
Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.
The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, maintaining kitchen organization, and supporting the culinary team in delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences. This role ensures all food preparation is completed efficiently, safely, and according to established recipes and standards.
Requested Tasks:
- Prepare ingredients including chopping vegetables, portioning meats, preparing sauces, and assembling basic recipes
- Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked prep stations
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications established by the culinary team
- Label, date, and properly store food items in accordance with food safety standards
- Assist line cooks and chefs during service as needed
- Receive and organize deliveries while rotating inventory using FIFO methods
- Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
- Maintain sanitation standards and comply with all health department regulations
- Assist with cleaning duties including kitchen equipment, floors, storage areas, and workstations
- Support banquet, restaurant, and catering preparation needs when required
- Previous prep cook or kitchen experience preferred
- Basic knife skills and understanding of food preparation techniques
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with a team
- Food Handler Certification preferred or required per local regulations
- Experience in hotel, fine dining, or upscale casual restaurant environments
- Understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation procedures
- Team collaboration and strong communication skills
- Passion for hospitality and culinary excellence
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and lift items up to 50 pounds
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment including ovens, grills, slicers, fryers, and knives
We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.
Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.