Prep Cook

Description

About Us 

Ingo’s Tasty Food is a community-driven, scratch-cooking eatery known for its salads, grass-fed burgers, craft beers, breakfast all day, and signature cocktails—served in a fun, pet-friendly atmosphere. We’re part of Hi Noon Hospitality, a tight-knit group focused on quality, hospitality, and supporting our team’s growth. 

What You’ll Do 

• Execute high-volume plating and preparation with speed, precision, and presentation standards. 
• Follow recipes to ensure consistency in taste and appearance across salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. 
• Read and prioritize tickets; adapt to modifications quickly and accurately. 
• Maintain high standards of food safety, storage, and sanitation protocols. 
• Uphold kitchen cleanliness at all times—work surfaces, equipment, and common areas. 
• Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to deliver efficient, quality service. 
• Flex into roles across stations (hot line, cold side, prep, etc.) as needed. 
• Remain calm and professional during peak and event-driven periods.  

We’re Looking For You If You Have 

• Prior kitchen or line cook experience in fast-paced environments. 
• Strong multitasking, timing, and organizational skills. 
• Knowledge of food safety and cooking best practices (temps, sanitation, HM/GMP, etc.). 
• A positive attitude, teamwork orientation, and readiness to learn and cross-train. 
• Availability flexible across days, nights, and weekends. 

What You’ll Gain 

• Competitive wages plus meal discounts and coffee perks. 
• Insurance benefits available for full-time team members. 
• Paid training and structured opportunities for advancement within Ingo’s and sister brands like Buck & Rider. 
• Supportive team culture—closed on major holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas). 
• Referral bonuses, flexible scheduling, and fun bonus perks (e.g. downtown parking/Metro reimbursement at Block 23 location)  

Requirements 

• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced, team environment  
• Must be reliable and prompt 
• Must be able to lift to 50lbs, and frequently lift and bend from the waist  
• Must be able to stand for long periods  
• Must have food handlers’ card or ability to obtain prior to first day  

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours per shift) 
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, and lift 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 
• Ability to work safely around hot surfaces, open flames, sharp objects, and kitchen equipment 
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-temperature environment 

Why Join Ingo’s? 

You’ll join a hands-on, scratch-focused kitchen that cares about quality and community. With three valley-wide locations and a growing team, there are clear paths to expand your career and bring your culinary creativity to life.