Prep Cook - President Abraham Lincoln Springfield, a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a Prep Cook, you’re an important part of the culinary team, preparing fresh ingredients and food items with care and consistency while helping create memorable experiences for every guest.

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Prepare quality ingredients: Wash, cut, chop, slice, portion, and prepare ingredients according to recipes and established standards.
• Support food preparation: Assist with preparing sauces, soups, salads, vegetables, proteins, and other menu items for daily service.
• Follow recipes and standards: Prepare food according to established recipes, portion sizes, presentation standards, and quality expectations.
• Maintain proper food storage: Label, date, rotate, and store food products appropriately to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
• Keep your workspace organized: Maintain clean and sanitary prep areas, equipment, utensils, coolers, and storage spaces.
• Follow food safety practices: Adhere to proper sanitation, temperature control, food handling, and safety procedures.
• Support the culinary team: Work closely with cooks, chefs, and other team members to ensure food is prepared and ready for service.
• Deliver hospitality: Bring a positive, team-focused approach to each shift while helping create an exceptional experience for our guests.