Prep Cook

Position: Prep Cook

Moxy Allentown Downtown is looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to support our kitchen, bar, and market operations. This position is responsible for daily food preparation, cooking menu items to order, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring food and supplies are properly stocked and ready for service.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepare ingredients and complete daily kitchen prep according to recipes and established standards.


• Cook food to order from a small, focused menu while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.


• Assist with preparation and stocking for bar service, including garnishes, mixers, and other food items as needed.


• Maintain and restock market items to ensure products are available and properly displayed.


• Monitor inventory levels and communicate ordering or replenishment needs.


• Assist with receiving, organizing, and properly storing food and kitchen supplies.


• Complete required food temperature logs and maintain proper food safety and sanitation standards.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including workstations, equipment, storage areas, and floors.


• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and rotation procedures.


• Minimize food waste and properly handle expired or damaged products.


• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties as needed.


• Follow all hotel, brand, health department, and food safety policies and procedures.


• Provide friendly and professional service when interacting with hotel guests and team members.


• Perform other kitchen and food service duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous kitchen, prep cook, line cook, or food service experience preferred.


• ServSafe certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification may be required.


• Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures.


• Ability to follow recipes and consistently prepare food to established standards.


• Strong attention to detail and organization.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.


• Must be able to stand for extended periods and safely lift, carry, and move food and kitchen supplies as needed.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, takes pride in keeping a clean kitchen, and enjoys providing quality food and service in a fun, team-oriented hotel environment.