Lead Prep Cook For Upscale Dining - Lucy's Restaurant
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Join the #1 Restaurant in Auburn - Lead Prep Cook / Experienced Kitchen Staff Full Time | Minimum 32 hours/week | $17-$20/hr (based on experience + 3% Heart of House fee)
Opened in 2018 and recently named #1 Restaurant in Auburn, AL by TripAdvisor, Lucy's is a modern American eatery that blends California-style vibes with Southern hospitality. We're all about shared plates, award-winning cocktails, a killer wine list, and our mantra: GOOD VIBES ONLY.
Now we're looking for passionate, skilled kitchen professionals to join our culinary team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and want to grow your craft alongside an award-winning team, this is your chance.
Why Work at Lucy's? Competitive Pay: $17-$20/hr based on experience (includes 3% Heart of House fee tied to sales + hours worked)
Consistent Hours: Full-time schedule, minimum 32 hrs/week
Career Development: Work directly with our Executive Chef & Sous Chefs
Team Culture: We value our people as our #1 asset and build teams that grow together
Proudly Local: Seasonal, locally sourced food that's made and served from the heart
What You'll Do Master a kitchen station and deliver food to Lucy's exacting quality standards
Prepare, season, and cook meats, fish, poultry, sauces, stocks, and more
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace
Ensure all food meets sanitation and regulatory standards
Inspect and approve plates before they reach the guest
Train and support prep cooks while collaborating with the full line team
Keep daily temperature logs, check product freshness, and maintain food safety certification
Uphold Lucy's standards of presentation, taste, and consistency at every service
Professional Skills We Value Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations
Ability to coordinate daily tasks and supervise prep cooks
Experience in high-volume, quality-driven kitchens
Attention to detail in production, prep, and plating
Excellent communication with both chefs and teammates
Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure
Personal Qualities We're Looking For Passion for the craft of cooking
Positive attitude that inspires your team
Clear communication under pressure
Patience & perseverance in a demanding, fast-paced kitchen
Physical endurance - standing, lifting, and moving with speed and focus
A fire in your belly - the drive to push for excellence every shift
Key Attributes for Success Attention to Detail
Exceptional Work Ethic
Dependability
Guest-Centric Mindset
Adaptability
Team-Oriented Spirit
Ready to Grow with Lucy's? This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of Auburn's top culinary team. If you bring the skills, passion, and energy, we'll give you the platform to shine.
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- Location:
- Auburn
- Job Type:
- PartTime