Employee Records
Prep Cook
Casa Madera West Hollywood
Part Time
2 Years Experience
Coins Icon $21 - $23 / Hour
Prep Cook
Casa Madera West Hollywood

Part Time
2 Years Experience
Coins Icon $21 - $23 / Hour
Skills
Cleanliness
Kitchen Safety
Fast-Paced Experience
Food Safety
Food Preparation
Description

Casa Madera is a coastal-inspired dining experience where the spirit of the Riviera Maya meets elevated Mexican cuisine. The menu celebrates fresh, thoughtful ingredients, warm flavors, and dishes rooted in tradition while embracing a sense of ritual, grounding, and connection.

Designed to feel like a retreat from the everyday, Casa Madera blends soulful energy, handcrafted cocktails, and an atmosphere that moves effortlessly from relaxed to refined. Every moment is meant to feel immersive, intentional, and touched by the elements.

Casa Madera has locations in Toronto and West Hollywood, each offering its own interpretation of this coastal Mexican escape.  


Department: Back of House 

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt 

Reports To: Executive Chef 

 

Job Summary  

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and foundational menu components in support of daily kitchen operations. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs, this role ensures all prep is completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards, recipes, and health requirements. The Prep Cook plays a key role in setting the kitchen up for success by maintaining proper pars, organization, and cleanliness, allowing the culinary team to execute service smoothly 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Prepare ingredients and produce by peeling, cutting, portioning, and labeling items according to chef direction and company standards 

  • Prepare condiments, dressings, sauces, and simple food items such as breads or salads to specification 

  • Ensure prep pars are met and stations are fully stocked to support service needs 

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with all health, safety, food handling, and sanitation regulations 

  • Assist with receiving, inspecting, rotating, and properly storing ingredients and kitchen supplies 

  • Proactively anticipate the needs of chefs and kitchen team members to help maintain efficient kitchen operations 

  • Support back-of-house cleanliness, organization, and ongoing cleaning tasks throughout shifts 

  • Assist with additional kitchen tasks or prep projects as assigned to support daily operations 

 

Qualifications 

  • Strong multitasking skills with a diligent and dependable work ethic 

  • Maintain a clean, professional appearance in accordance with kitchen standards 

  • Proven experience following food safety guidelines, proper food handling techniques, and sanitation procedures 

  • Ability to read and follow written prep instructions and recipes in English 

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, and occasionally high-pressure environment 

  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a full-service dining or professional kitchen environment 

  • Availability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required 

  • Ability to stand for the duration of assigned shifts 

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@noble33.com. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. 

 

Casa Madera is a coastal-inspired dining experience where the spirit of the Riviera Maya meets elevated Mexican cuisine. The menu celebrates fresh, thoughtful ingredients, warm flavors, and dishes rooted in tradition while embracing a sense of ritual, grounding, and connection.

Designed to feel like a retreat from the everyday, Casa Madera blends soulful energy, handcrafted cocktails, and an atmosphere that moves effortlessly from relaxed to refined. Every moment is meant to feel immersive, intentional, and touched by the elements.

Casa Madera has locations in Toronto and West Hollywood, each offering its own interpretation of this coastal Mexican escape.  


Department: Back of House 

Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt 

Reports To: Executive Chef 

 

Job Summary  

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, simple dishes, condiments, and foundational menu components in support of daily kitchen operations. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs, this role ensures all prep is completed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards, recipes, and health requirements. The Prep Cook plays a key role in setting the kitchen up for success by maintaining proper pars, organization, and cleanliness, allowing the culinary team to execute service smoothly 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Prepare ingredients and produce by peeling, cutting, portioning, and labeling items according to chef direction and company standards 

  • Prepare condiments, dressings, sauces, and simple food items such as breads or salads to specification 

  • Ensure prep pars are met and stations are fully stocked to support service needs 

  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with all health, safety, food handling, and sanitation regulations 

  • Assist with receiving, inspecting, rotating, and properly storing ingredients and kitchen supplies 

  • Proactively anticipate the needs of chefs and kitchen team members to help maintain efficient kitchen operations 

  • Support back-of-house cleanliness, organization, and ongoing cleaning tasks throughout shifts 

  • Assist with additional kitchen tasks or prep projects as assigned to support daily operations 

 

Qualifications 

  • Strong multitasking skills with a diligent and dependable work ethic 

  • Maintain a clean, professional appearance in accordance with kitchen standards 

  • Proven experience following food safety guidelines, proper food handling techniques, and sanitation procedures 

  • Ability to read and follow written prep instructions and recipes in English 

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume, and occasionally high-pressure environment 

  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a full-service dining or professional kitchen environment 

  • Availability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required 

  • Ability to stand for the duration of assigned shifts 

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds 

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@noble33.com. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. 

 

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