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Prep Cook

Posted: 08/23/2026
Food Industry and Restaurants

Job address

116 West Stephen Foster Avenue, Bardstown, KY 40004

 

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Paid training

  • Referral program

  • Employee discount

  • Flexible schedule

 

Full job description

Overview

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Prep Cook and play a vital role in delivering delicious, high-quality meals to our guests. This energetic position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills while ensuring food safety and cleanliness standards are met. As a Prep Cook, you will support the kitchen staff by preparing ingredients, assisting with meal assembly, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. Your enthusiasm and attention to detail will help create a positive dining experience for all patrons.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare ingredients according to recipes, including chopping, slicing, dicing, and portioning to ensure consistency and quality.

  • Assist with food preparation tasks such as assembling salads, garnishes, and side dishes in line with menu specifications.

  • Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including knives, mixers, ovens, and food processors.

  • Follow strict food safety standards in handling, storage, and sanitation to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with health regulations.

  • Maintain cleanliness of workstations by cleaning utensils, equipment, and surfaces regularly throughout shifts.

  • Support the kitchen team by adhering to recipe guidelines and portion control for meal consistency.

  • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate prep activities and ensure timely meal service.

Experience

  • Previous experience in a dietary department or dietary aide role is highly desirable.

  • Food industry or restaurant experience demonstrating knowledge of food handling and safety standards.

  • Culinary experience with strong knife skills, slicing techniques, and food preparation methods.

  • Familiarity with operating kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, fryers, and food processors.

  • Knowledge of menu planning principles and meal assembly processes.

  • Experience in catering or large-scale food service environments is a plus.

  • Ability to follow detailed recipes accurately while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

This paid position offers an engaging environment where your culinary talents can flourish while supporting the overall success of our food service operations. If you’re passionate about food preparation, safety standards in production, and delivering excellent service through teamwork—this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

  • Flexible schedule

  • Paid training

  • Referral program

Work Location: In person

 

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