Prep Cook

  • Boka Catering Group - Chicago
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details

Boka Restaurant Groups premier catering division , Boka Catering Group , is currently seeking savory Prep Cooks to join our team!

Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!

About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of Americans greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here:

About Boka Catering Group: Boka Catering Group provides the ultimate catering experience for any event desiring premiere restaurant-quality service and cuisine in even the most demanding locations. From intimate in-home dinner parties to personalized weddings and extravagant corporate events, Boka Catering Group has fulfilled hundreds of culinary wishes for a myriad of events. Our team remains enthusiastic, creative, and inventivecontinuing to pave the way for innovations in the catering industry.

Prep Cook's Responsibilities:

Accountable for production of food items while maintaining all safety and sanitation standards
  • Safely operate and maintain all kitchen equipment
  • Display a basic knowledge of cooking techniques and knife skills
  • Responsible for properly prepping of raw ingredients and items recipes for service while upholding proper sanitation standards
  • Uphold all standards of quality in food production by following standardized recipes, labeling, dating, and storing all product appropriately.
  • Ensure proper sanitation standards are upheld by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, following proper FIFO procedures, and maintaining good personal hygiene
  • Responsible for completing all opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures in a timely manner

Qualifications:

  • Basic knife skills
  • Flexible schedule
  • Organized, hard worker
  • Food Handler's certificate
  • Previous kitchen experience

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!

Physical Requirements:

  • Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
  • Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
  • Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environment

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($22.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Basic Knife Skills

Portioning

Cleaning / Sanitation

Organized

Teamwork

Hard Worker

Prepping Ingredients

Food Handler's Certificate

Communication

Positive Attitude

Attention to Detail

Food Handler Certification

Following Recipes

Taking Direction and Feedback

Organizational Skills

Time Management

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Job ID: 487397727
Originally Posted on: 7/30/2025

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