Prep Cook

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Join the heart of the house at 5 Oceans Restaurant! As a Prep Cook, you are the foundation of our chef-driven kitchen. You will ensure our line is locked, loaded, and ready for a 90-seat service. We are looking for focused, reliable individuals who take pride in the "mise en place" philosophy and are eager to grow within our coastal hospitality culture.

• Precision Prep:
  Execute daily prep lists with speed and accuracy (chopping, portioning proteins, and preparing house-made sauces).
• Quality Control:
  Ensure all ingredients meet 5 Oceans' freshness standards and are labeled/rotated according to Compliance (FIFO).
• Station Support:
  Set up workstations for Line Cooks to ensure seamless execution during peak rushes.
• Collaboration:
  
  Actively assist in kitchen cleanliness, dish rotation, and stock organization to support the whole team.
• Safety & Sanitation:
  Maintain a spotless workspace and strictly adhere to Georgia food safety and health code standards.
• Recipe Consistency:
  Follow exact specifications from the Head Chef/Sous Chef to ensure every guest receives a consistent "Coastal" experience.

• Experience:
  
  1–3 years of experience in a professional kitchen or high-volume food prep environment.
• Legal:
  Must be 18+ years of age (required for operating slicers, mixers, and other heavy equipment).
• Mandate Fit: A team-first attitude with zero tolerance for gossip and a high drive for Collaboration.
• Skills:
  
  Strong knife skills and basic knowledge of kitchen math (scaling recipes).
• Physical:
  Ability to stand for 6–8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs (crates/bags).
• Reliability:
  Punctuality is critical; prep is the engine that starts our day.