What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Pressed Cafe?
About Us
At Pressed Cafe, we believe exceptional food and drink start with quality ingredients and a passion for hospitality. Our all-day menu features Mediterranean-inspired dishes made with fresh, local ingredients, paired with great coffee and fast, friendly service.
Pressed Cafe is an emerging, high-growth premium quick-casual restaurant company with a strong regional presence and exciting expansion plans. With multiple locations today and an aggressive development pipeline, we are building the infrastructure to scale significantly over the next several years. As a founder-led organization, we remain deeply committed to hospitality, culture, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
At the heart of everything we do is our mission: Great People, Great Food, Great Coffee.
About the Role
Pressed Cafe is seeking a dependable and motivated Prep Cook to join our commissary kitchen team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients and food items quickly and consistently while maintaining the high quality standards that set Pressed Cafe apart.
Food production, quality, and consistency are central to our operation, and Prep Cooks play a key role in ensuring our kitchens are set up for success each day. Our prep kitchen operates from 4:00 AM to 6:00 PM, supporting food production for multiple Pressed Cafe locations.
This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working as part of a team, and thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare food and ingredients according to company recipes and production standards
- Maintain complete knowledge of your assigned prep station
- Ensure food quality, consistency, and proper portioning at all times
- Label and date all prepped items to ensure freshness and proper food rotation
- Keep your workstation clean, organized, and stocked throughout your shift
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards
- Communicate effectively with kitchen team members to ensure smooth production
- Assist other kitchen stations as needed to support team workflow
- Help maintain overall kitchen cleanliness and organization
- Support the dishwasher or other kitchen team members when needed
What You Bring
- Basic understanding of kitchen operations and food preparation techniques
- Ability to work quickly while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Commitment to food quality, cleanliness, and kitchen standards
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Availability to work morning shifts
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Experience:
- Food preparation: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18