Prep Cook – Meal Delivery

Help turn fresh ingredients into meals families look forward to.
Down to Earth Cuisine delivers restaurant-quality, family-friendly meals to people’s doorsteps. Our chefs build the menus around taste and nourishment for busy households, and we’re looking for a Prep Cook to join our kitchen team on weekends. If you’re building your skills and want a place to grow, this is a good place to start.
Who we’re looking for:
1–2 years of cooking experience in a high-volume professional kitchen
A current Washington food worker card
A solid grasp of food safety regulations, dietary restrictions, and cooking techniques
The ability to follow recipes precisely and adjust for portion size or dietary needs
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle
What you’ll do:
Prepare and cook meals from standardized recipes, keeping taste, presentation, and quality consistent
Make sure ingredients are fresh and handled properly
Portion and package meals to spec for distribution
Keep your workspace clean and organized
Work with the kitchen team to meet dietary compliance and quality standards on every batch
Support dining events or catering from time to time
Tools of the job:
Commercial ovens, grills, fryers, and mixers; knives and standard culinary tools; inventory tracking, labeling, and packaging equipment.
The weekend rhythm:
Friday: Prep ingredients
Saturday: Cook and package all meals
Sunday: Meals go out for delivery
Pay, hours, and benefits:
$22–$24 per hour, depending on experience
Part-time, 15–25 hours per week to start, with room for adjustment based on business needs and performance
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Hourly, non-exempt
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Paid Time Off for eligible employees
Down to Earth Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employment type
Part-Time

Work arrangement
No