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The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck Prep Cook - 1st Shift

Grand Rapids, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jun 2026

About the role

From comfortably casual to lavishly appointed, AHC Hospitality represents a diverse array of hotels, restaurants, and resorts. Our team members provide exceptional experiences that delight our guests at every touchpoint. Whether hosting a meeting for several hundred, serving a table for two, or creating a beautiful space for our guests to enjoy, AHC Hospitality is full of opportunities for our guests, as well as our associates. We invest in supporting your growth and are a company who sees your success as our success. Choose a property that fits your personality: the Amway Grand Plaza, JW Marriott Grand Rapids, AC Hotel by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott Downtown -- and start your unstoppable career here.

This is a full-time position requiring weekend availability.

This position is eligible for full benefits (medical, dental & vision), 401K, paid vacation, discounted downtown parking, free employee meals, hotel and restaurant discounts and more.

SUMMARY:

First shift position, responsible for daily prep; meeting the restaurant's quality standards. Working efficiently to finish prep lists, put away purchasing orders, whilst maintaining a cleanly work area. Should be well versed in a variety of knife cuts, sauces and various other standard prep tasks. Time management is key, as multi-tasking will often be required. During slower periods or where need be, prep 1 may be pulled to help out the Wolfgang counter restaurant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

- Receives, inspects, rotates all food products to ensure that only fresh, high-quality ingredients are used

- Prepares and stores raw food products prior to cooking and service

- Follows standardized recipes in the preparation and assembly of cold menu items

- Adheres to established portion control guidelines, minimizes waste

- Plates cold/hot foods according to established plating/presentation guidelines

- Monitors finished product waiting for server pick up to ensure food is served promptly, notifies supervisor of any delays in service

- Ensures that a quality product is prepared and served in a timely manner

- Follows all Governmental Food Sanitation Standards at all times

- Monitors refrigeration and holding temperatures, cleans and sanitizes work surfaces, washes hands frequently

- Uses knives, slicers, mixers, choppers, grinders and all other equipment in a safe manner according to the manufacture’s recommendations

- Notifies Supervisor of and equipment malfunction or safety hazard immediately

- Provides Steward with timely notification of need for clean dishes, pots, pans etc.

- Returns soiled pot, pans and cooking utensils to pot wash area, informs Steward of any HOT items

- Cleans and breaks down work area, returns all unused ingredients to proper storage at end of shift

- Ensures that all closing side work is complete, cooking equipment is turned off and kitchen is secure at end of shift

- Other duties as assigned

General:

- Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times

- Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance

- Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees

- Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards

- Complies with required safety regulations and procedures

- Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions

- Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area

- Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules

- Recycles whenever possible

- Remains current with hotel information and changes

- Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

REQUIRED SKILLS:

- Thorough knowledge and understanding of Food Service Sanitation Standards
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of standard kitchen equipment and its use
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

- High School Diploma, or its equivalent
- Post Secondary culinary training/certification as "Cook" from a recognized culinary training school + one year experience cooking in an upscale, high-volume hotel or freestanding restaurant or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative