What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prep Cook position at Living Room LA?
Living Room
A home away from home where creatives celebrate music, art, design and culture. We are a private membership club open to members and their guests only.
The Role
At Living Room, the Prep Cook is an essential member of our culinary team, responsible for the foundational tasks that ensure our kitchen operates smoothly. As a Prep Cook, you’ll be at the heart of the kitchen, supporting the chefs by preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean workspace, and contributing to the overall success of each service.
- Ingredient Preparation: Accurately and efficiently prepare ingredients, including washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing vegetables, preparing meats, and other essential tasks to ensure readiness for cooking.
- Food Safety & Sanitation: Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines, ensuring a clean and organized work area. This includes properly storing ingredients, labeling food items, and maintaining cleanliness in all prep areas.
- Assisting Chefs: Support the kitchen team by setting up and stocking stations with necessary supplies, preparing components for dishes, and assisting in other tasks as needed during service.
- Quality Control: Ensure that all prepared ingredients meet the quality standards of Living Room, paying attention to detail to maintain the consistency and excellence of our dishes.
- Kitchen Maintenance: Assist with the cleaning of kitchen equipment, dishes, and workspaces at the end of shifts, contributing to a well-maintained kitchen environment.
- Experience: Previous experience as a Prep Cook or in a similar role is preferred, but not required. A strong willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced kitchen environment is essential.
- Culinary Skills: Basic understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen equipment. Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
- Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail, particularly when it comes to preparing ingredients and maintaining cleanliness.
- Team Player: Ability to work well in a team environment, supporting chefs and fellow kitchen staff to ensure a smooth service.
- Physical Stamina: Capable of standing for long periods and handling the physical demands of a busy kitchen.
- Flexible Schedule: Availability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Food Handler’s Certificate: Must possess or be willing to obtain a valid food handler’s certificate.
Why Join
- 100% Healthcare coverage including Dental and Vision
- Wellness Benefits for a balanced lifestyle
- Competitive 401k match for your financial future
- Career Growth opportunities that empower you
- Leader in Development Program
- Learning & Development for your growth with us
- Immersive Trainings that nurture your talents
- Fun and Exciting Team Member Events that build bonds
- Free Team Member Meals to fuel your creativity
Our Team Culture
At Living Room, we are deeply passionate about our work and we believe that hospitality is a noble pursuit because it’s fundamentally human and an ideal worth chasing. We seek out those that share these beliefs as an inherent second nature and our team member culture is how we bring this idea to life. Our guiding pillars- Be Human, Be Curious, Be Empathetic, Be Soulful, and Be Honest demand that we embody these values in all that we do.
