PREP (Hiring Immediately)

Metro Diner is a renowned restaurant chain celebrated for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, familiar faces, and award-winning food. Known for its commitment to delivering simply delicious meals, Metro Diner places a high priority on 100 percent Guest Satisfaction. The company prides itself not only on its food quality but also on cultivating a supportive and inclusive culture that its team members live and breathe every day. Metro Diner operates a variety of restaurant locations focused on providing excellent service and a memorable dining experience to all guests. This establishment values teamwork, dedication, and a positive attitude from its employees, helping to create an enjoyable and efficient work environment for both the team and customers.

The role offered is for a Prep Cook, a vital position within Metro Diner’s back-of-house team that contributes significantly to the overall success of the restaurant. Prep Cooks at Metro Diner are entrusted with the essential task of prepping all food products in strict accordance with the restaurant's recipes, utilizing a range of cooking processes, specialized equipment, and utensils. These professionals ensure that ingredients are prepared correctly and consistently, supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen during service hours. Maintaining a clean and organized workstation is an absolute must, as the kitchen serves as a showpiece of the diner’s commitment to quality and professionalism.

This position offers flexible scheduling, which supports a healthy work-life balance and caters to various availability needs, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking adaptable hours. Employees benefit from meal discounts for both front-of-house and back-of-house staff, as well as meal discounts that extend to friends and family, promoting a sense of community and inclusion. Metro Diner also offers competitive benefits including paid vacation after one year of employment, medical options, and free telemedicine services through First Stop Health, which become available after the initial year. Additional perks include a referral bonus program rewarding employees for introducing new team members, access to a comprehensive discount network known as Perks at Work, and ample opportunities for long-term career growth within the company.

Prep Cooks must demonstrate a firm understanding and commitment to following Metro Diner’s recipe book at all times, regardless of their familiarity with the specific dishes. This adherence ensures consistency in flavor and presentation across all locations. The role demands a high level of professionalism as well as an eye for detail to correct any prepping mistakes respectfully and promptly. Organization skills are critical, especially in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas. Items must be properly sealed, labeled, and dated to comply with food safety standards. Additionally, Prep Cooks are expected to manage inventory levels accurately, monitor for shortages, and communicate such issues proactively to the Kitchen Manager. Experience working in fast-paced kitchen environments is desirable, aligning well with the dynamic and often high-volume nature of Metro Diner’s operations. Attention to food quality and equipment functionality are paramount, with an emphasis on maintaining a sanitary and efficient work environment that reflects the high standard upheld by the diner. This position is ideal for individuals dedicated to culinary excellence, teamwork, and restaurant culture, seeking to contribute meaningfully to a thriving hospitality brand at the ground level.