Prep Cook

Prep Cook

Mortadella Head – Newport, RI
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 hr (Depending on experience)

Help Us Make the Good Stuff!

Mortadella Head isn’t your average Italian sandwich shop—and our kitchen isn’t interested in average food.

We’re known for massive Italian-American sandwiches, Roman-style pizza, homemade meatballs, lasagna, chicken cutlets, sauces, and the kind of food people keep thinking about long after they leave.

We’re looking for a dependable and hardworking Prep Cook who takes pride in doing things the right way. You’ll help prepare the ingredients that keep our kitchen moving and make sure our team is ready to deliver great food every day.

No shortcuts. No sad sandwiches. Just great food made by good people.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing ingredients according to Mortadella Head recipes and specifications
• Slicing meats, cheeses, vegetables, and other ingredients
• Preparing sauces, dressings, meatballs, chicken cutlets, and other menu items
• Portioning and labeling food accurately
• Following daily prep lists and completing tasks on time
• Setting up the kitchen team for a smooth and successful service
• Checking food quality, freshness, and portion sizes
• Rotating products using proper FIFO procedures
• Keeping prep stations, equipment, coolers, and storage areas clean and organized
• Washing dishes, utensils, cutting boards, and kitchen equipment as needed
• Following all food safety, sanitation, and allergen procedures
• Communicating with managers and cooks when ingredients or supplies are running low
• Helping the rest of the kitchen team whenever needed

You’ll Be Great at This Job If You:

• Enjoy working with food and learning new kitchen skills
• Work quickly without sacrificing quality
• Pay close attention to recipes, portions, and details
• Are dependable and show up ready to work
• Can follow directions and accept feedback
• Stay organized while handling multiple tasks
• Take pride in keeping your workspace clean
• Work well independently and as part of a team
• Can stay focused in a busy, fast-paced kitchen
• Are available to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Previous kitchen or food preparation experience is helpful, but we’re willing to train someone who has a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.

Physical Requirements

This position may require you to:

• Stand and move around for most of your shift
• Bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive tasks
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Safely use knives, slicers, mixers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment
• Work around hot equipment, cold storage areas, and wet surfaces
• Work in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Why Join Mortadella Head?

• A fun, energetic kitchen environment
• Employee discounts on seriously delicious food
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and move into cook or leadership positions
• Flexible scheduling
• Hands-on training
• A supportive team that works hard and has fun
• The chance to grow with an expanding Italian-American restaurant brand

At Mortadella Head, we believe in good food, good people, and a good life. Every great sandwich, pizza, and tray starts with great preparation.

Bring the hustle, follow the recipes, support your team, and always remember:

Make It Nice!

Mortadella Head is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for every member of our team.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid training
• Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20