Prep Cook

ABOUT OUR ROLE 

As a Prep Cook, you will work closely with the BOH Team to ensure that all ingredients and meals are prepared in a timely, efficient, and high-quality manner. This role requires strong foundational prep experience, including sauce preparation, butchery, and vegetable fabrication, with a minimum of 2+ years in a scratch kitchen environment.

You will play a key role in supporting service by executing proper prep techniques, maintaining consistency, and ensuring all dishes meet Trailborn’s culinary standards. The ideal candidate has a passion for culinary excellence, strong knife skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.

Ultimately, you will help us deliver an exceptional dining experience to our guests through precision, preparation, and teamwork.

ABOUT OUR VALUES

We believe in guiding the adventure, saying yes to possibilities, and working together as one team. With excellence at our core and a touch of magic in every detail, we create experiences that are authentic, elevated, and unforgettable.

ESSENTIAL 

FUNCTIONS 

• Prepare sauces, proteins, vegetables, and other ingredients according to company recipes and scratch-kitchen standards.
• Perform butchery and vegetable fabrication with precision and consistency.
• Execute prep lists efficiently to ensure readiness for service.
• Prepare dishes according to company recipes, portion guidelines, and presentation standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the menu, ingredients, and preparation methods.
• Accurately read, measure, and execute recipes.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and attention to detail in all food prepared.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Follow kitchen policies, procedures, and service standards at all times.
• Communicate effectively with management and team members to coordinate service.
• Assist other team members with cooking and preparation as needed to meet service demands.
• Contribute to a positive, cooperative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a scratch kitchen.
• Proven experience with sauce preparation, butchery, and vegetable prep.
• Strong knife skills and understanding of proper culinary techniques.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Passion for cooking, creativity, and strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to quality, teamwork, and a positive work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Handler’s Certification or equivalent.
• Culinary School completion (preferred).
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and perform under pressure.

PHYSICAL 

REQUIREMENTS

• Stand and walk for extended periods (8–10 hours per shift).
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (pots, pans, boxes of supplies).
• Frequently bend, stoop, reach, and navigate tight spaces.
• Maintain manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for detailed prep work.
• Work effectively in a hot, fast-paced environment near ovens and stoves.
• Read recipes and monitor food quality with visual accuracy.
• Communicate clearly with team members.
• Sustain physical stamina for long, high-pressure shifts.

ABOUT OUR 

BENEFITS 

SCHEDULE

Hospitality demands a flexible schedule that may require extended hours as the business requires coverage including seasonality– on any day at any hour, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

PAY RATE

$16 - $18 / hour

JOB STATUS

Seasonal Full Time 

FLSA

Non-Exempt

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Trailborn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform us during your application process.

The specific statements shown in each section of this Job Description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully.  The job’s responsibilities/tasks may be modified and/or expanded over time without prior notice. The Company will try to give as much notice as practical when changes are made.