Benefits:
401(k)
Free food & snacks
Opportunity for advancement
We are hiring immediately for full time and part time PREP COOK positions
Location: 5301 Wilkinson Blvd Charlotte NC 28208
Schedule: Full time and part time; Days and hours may vary. More details upon interview.
Requirement: Catering Experience Required Speaks Fluent English & Spanish Preferred
Perks: Free parking and meal during
Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to $18.00 per hour.
Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.
Job Summary
About Us:
Food Geeks Eatery is a creative and fast-paced culinary hub known for our globally inspired menus, made-from-scratch meals, and top-tier catering services. We’re looking for a driven, skilled, and passionate individual to join our team as a Catering Lead / Prep Cook to help us execute high-quality events and prep meals with precision and efficiency.
Position Summary:
The Catering Lead / Prep Cook will be responsible for preparing a wide range of cuisines, leading catering setup and execution for events, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency in the kitchen. This role demands strong culinary skills, attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work independently while minimizing waste of both time and ingredients.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare diverse dishes from multiple cuisines according to event menus and daily prep lists
Lead catering event setup and breakdown, ensuring smooth execution and presentation
Coordinate with the kitchen team to ensure food is prepared accurately, on time, and meets Food Geeks standards
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary prep and cooking space
Track inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed
Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and storage
Work quickly and efficiently without sacrificing quality
Ensure minimal waste of ingredients and time during prep and event execution
Requirements:
Proven experience cooking a variety of cuisines in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Strong catering experience, including setup, presentation, and service
Ability to lead and work independently or as part of a team
Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
Serve Safe Manager Certification (required)
Must be punctual, reliable, and professional
Ability to lift 30+ lbs and stand for extended periods
Flexible availability, including weekends and early mornings or evenings as needed for events
Bonus Skills (Not Required but Preferred):
Culinary degree or formal culinary training
Experience with food costing and menu planning
Familiarity with plant-based, gluten-free, or other dietary-specific cuisine
Summary: Prepares food and serves customers in accordance with applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Obtains daily production schedule and preparation requirements from the Chef.
Prepares items on production sheets following established quantities and recipes.
Completes and follows daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy. Follows HACCP guidelines.
Completes all required documentation, reports, logs as required.
Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures.
Takes orders from customer and prepare items requiring short preparation time.
Serves customers in an efficient and friendly manner.
Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations.
Uses approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control.
Operates and cleans equipment per department procedures after each use.
Stores, labels and dates all food items according to policy.
Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
Resolves customer concerns.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The Benefits
We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:
Opportunities for Training and Development
Retirement Plan
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program
In addition, full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/AD
Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Food Geeks Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Food Geeks , we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.