Prep Cook

Company Description Smoke on The Water is a new craft BBQ experience opening in the spring of 2026 in Salisbury, MA. The design is fast-casual friendly service serving up some of the best scratch side dishes, desserts, and smoked meats with a central Texas BBQ inspiration. The restaurant will have a serving line that will allow customers to select their scratch side dishes and the staff will slice their smoked meats in front of them by the pound. Guests will enjoy their food family style in our welcoming dining space that includes a full service bar and indoor and outdoor dining areas. Guests will also be invited to view our all wood smokers built in Texas in our adjacent smokehouse and enjoy samples of our smoked meats. Job Summary Join our BBQ team as a Prep Cook, where your enthusiasm for food and dedication to quality will shine! In this vital role, you will assist in preparing our side dishes, and supporting the kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient meal service. Your energy and attention to detail will help create a delicious, and amazing experience for our guests. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to a positive dining experience for all. Duties Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, slicing, and measuring according to recipes and standards Support the kitchen team with food preparation tasks to ensure timely meal service Follow food safety protocols and proper food handling procedures at all times Maintain cleanliness of workstations, utensils, and equipment in compliance with health regulations Assist with inventory management by organizing supplies and notifying supervisors of stock needs Contribute to menu planning by providing input on ingredient prep and dish assembly processes Experience Previous experience in a prep cook role is highly desirable Hands-on experience in food preparation, cooking, or restaurant settings demonstrates strong culinary skills Familiarity with food handling safety standards and sanitation practices is essential Knife skills and proficiency in meal preparation are important for efficiency and quality Knowledge of the food industry or kitchen operations supports seamless integration into our team Prior kitchen or culinary experience helps ensure you can confidently support food service activities Join us as a Prep Cook where your passion for food meets opportunity! We value energetic individuals eager to grow their culinary expertise while delivering exceptional dining experiences. All roles are paid positions committed to fostering a safe, clean, and vibrant kitchen environment.

Pay:

$18.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Work Location:

In person