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Prep Cook

2/10/2026

The Prep Cook is responsible for maintaining a clean and organized kitchen space while assisting in food preparation and customer service. They must adhere to food safety guidelines and demonstrate knowledge of the menu and proper food handling procedures.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

We are the Nestucca Ridge Family of Companies, an organically grown collection of coastal hospitality businesses including Pelican Brewing Company and the Kiwanda Hospitality Group, that are dedicated to memory-making experiences for our team members, guests, and coastal communities. Within each, you’ll find an enthusiastic group of people passionate about hospitality and striving to create extraordinary coastal experiences at every touchpoint. We believe that adventure awaits around every corner here at the beach, and we can’t wait to help you discover all the Oregon Coast has to offer through our collection of businesses. Yearning to say goodbye to traffic, the daily grind, and corporate bureaucracy? Come join us and build your career on the Oregon Coast for the ultimate balance of work and play! Check out our job openings here: https://www.beachjobscalling.com A Coastal Collection of Hospitality Businesses including: + Headlands Coastal Lodge & Spa - https://headlandslodge.com + Pelican Brewing Company - https://pelicanbrewing.com + Inn at Cape Kiwanda - https://www.innatcapekiwanda.com + Stimulus Coffee + Bakery - https://stimuluscoffee.com + Hart's Camp - https://www.opennestrentals.com + Cape Kiwanda RV Park & Marketplace - https://www.capekiwandarvresort.com/ + Doryland Pizza - https://www.dorylandpizza.com/ Our Vision At the Nestucca Ridge Family of Companies, our vision is to build an incredible group of companies that are Built to Last, Sustainably Profitable, and Fun for Everyone involved. We believe in making decisions and choices that create long term growth; opportunities for our team members; and always doing the right thing for our guests, employees, shareholders and communities. Our values are put into practice every day by our leaders and team members. Our Core Values: + Entrepreneurial Spirit + Generosity + Humility + Agility + Empathy + Optimism + Tenacity Learn More about us: https://www.beachjobscalling.com/about-us

About the Role

Description

Summary of the Position: To be a positive and helpful team member that assists in the flow of customer service and food service by maintaining a clean and organized space, understanding promptness and food safety guidelines, and demonstrate knowledge regarding the Pelican menu, preparation of all menu items and line procedures. To maintain the Pelican customer service standard and work in a manner that supports all team members.

Key Accountabilities: Summarized but not limited to:

PREP

Responsible for providing exemplary guest service, communicating effectively and efficiently with team members. Understands the importance of being hospitable, friendly, and communicative with guests to ensure a positive dining experience at the Pelican.
Maintains valid Food Handlers
Follows all OSHA Guidelines
Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized space, including prep area, kitchen line and dish area when utilized.
Responsible for understanding proper food handling guidelines to ensure safe food consumption for guests and team members.
Understanding First In, First Out procedures to maintain food handling guidelines and food safety.
Maintain daily and weekly cleaning checklists.
Maintain food logs and par levels of prepped food.
Demonstrate proper knife handling skills.
Remain prompt, polite and helpful during all settings.
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm with any unforeseen changes.
Assists other service personnel as needed.
Performs all duties in accordance with the Family of Companies and Pelican customer service standard.
Maintains general knowledge and provides information to guests of Pelican menu items, events, community involvement.

Requirements

One year kitchen restaurant experience preferred
Oregon Food Handler’s card required
Understanding of safe food handling
Physical ability to be on foot for the duration of the shift and ability to lift heavy items

Key Skills

Food SafetyCustomer ServiceCommunicationOrganizationKnife HandlingFood PreparationTeamworkCleaningTime ManagementHospitalityProblem SolvingAdaptabilityFood HandlingPromptnessEfficiencyKnowledge of Menu