Prep Cook

Hive Bakery & Cafe, located in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a well-established bakery and cafe known for its commitment to quality, fresh ingredients, and an inviting atmosphere for customers. The bakery offers a variety of baked goods and cafe items prepared with care and a dedication to culinary excellence. The team at Hive Bakery & Cafe is passionate about creating exceptional food experiences and fostering a positive environment for both customers and staff. The company focuses on a team-oriented culture that encourages professional growth and values balance and well-being among its employees. Hive Bakery & Cafe offers a supportive workplace where employees are motivated to grow within the Hive Collective, with opportunities to develop their skills in a collaborative and engaging setting.

The Prep Cook position at Hive Bakery & Cafe is an intermediate, part-time role based in West Palm Beach. This job is vital to the kitchen team by ensuring that all ingredient preparation is done accurately and efficiently according to the bakery’s recipes, procedures, and high-quality standards. As a Prep Cook, you will be responsible for washing, chopping, measuring, and organizing ingredients needed for daily kitchen operations. Additionally, this role involves maintaining proper labeling and dating of ingredients to guarantee freshness, as well as supporting other kitchen staff such as line cooks and bakers by prepping all necessary components before service. Operational duties include maintaining cleanliness and organization of the prep station and storage areas, safely handling kitchen equipment, and completing opening and closing tasks following standard operating procedures.

Training and ongoing learning are essential parts of this role, as you will need to master Hive Bakery & Cafe’s recipes, portion standards, and food safety protocols. Communication with management and team members is crucial to address any prep needs or shortages promptly and maintain a cooperative team environment. The role demands flexibility, including working weekends and holidays, and a consistent, punctual attendance to contribute to the smooth functioning of the kitchen operations. The Prep Cook is also accountable for upholding sanitation and safety standards at all times, wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and contributing to a clean and safe workplace.

This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20 and includes several employee benefits such as a positive, team-focused work environment, opportunities for growth within the Hive Collective, a 50% employee discount for you and your immediate family, paid holidays and paid time off for full-time employees, no work on Sundays or major holidays, health insurance options after 90 days of full-time employment, and a 401k plan with up to a 3% match after one year of full-time employment. Working as a Prep Cook at Hive Bakery & Cafe is ideal for someone eager to develop their culinary skills in a fast-paced, supportive, and welcoming setting while contributing to the bakery’s ongoing success and reputation for quality.