Prep Cook

Company: Zippy's Las Vegas
Location: North Las Vegas
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

OVERVIEW Zippy’s core purpose is to “share Hawaii” by being committed, humble, passionate, supportive, and integrative. All employees are responsible to Ka Hana Pono: do the right thing and work in the right way. RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to store management, this position is responsible for providing a supportive role to kitchen staff in the preparation of meals and ingredients. Duties include organizing and labeling food items, performing tasks like chopping ingredients, and sanitizing their workstation during and after service. Prep Cooks perform various food preparation, cooking and cleaning tasks to ensure the kitchen remains efficient in creating and delivering dishes for patrons. JOB FUNCTIONS Completes all tasks, in order, on the prep list. Adheres to Company established recipes, portions, and methods. Properly labeling and stocking all ingredients. Washing, chopping and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables and meats. Minimizes waste and ensures that stock is always fresh by checking dates and rotating stock. Collaborating with other kitchen and management staff to keep track of ingredient inventory and order resupply Maintains a safe, sanitary, and organized workspace, reporting any damaged kitchen equipment to management for repair. Performs other duties as assigned by management. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Scheduling: Meets assigned shift requirements. Physical Activity: Regularly push, pull, and carry objects. Stand and walk on foot for at least 6-8 hours. Reach at shoulder level and below waist constantly, above head occasionally. Bending downward or forward at waist or knees occasionally. Talk and listen to communicate instructions. Physical Requirements: Light to Medium work. Exerting up to 20 to 50 pounds of force. Visual Requirements: Able to visualize accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Pre-Employment Requirements: Pass a pre-employment background check. Pass a pre-employment drug screening test. Possess a valid Food Handler Safety Training Card issued by the Southern Nevada Health District. Environmental Conditions: Works in a variety of temperatures ranging from 0 - 95 degrees or more. Occasionally exposed to high heat and chemicals. Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience: Previous culinary experience and/or education preferred. Necessary Skills: Basic math and writing. Able to interact with guests and co-workers in a friendly, enthusiastic, and outgoing manner. Able to work independently or as part of a team. Reading, writing, speaking, and comprehending the English language. Necessary Attributes: Trustworthy with company property. Enjoys multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Punctual and dependable. Disclaimer : Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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