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Prep Cook
Smith's Prime
101 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL
Smith's Prime hiring Prep Cook in Elgin, IL

Smith's Prime hiring Prep Cook in Elgin, IL

Prep Cook

Smith's PrimeMore Info

101 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($18.00 - $23.00)
Expires: Dec 10, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details
Kitchen Overview

We are excited to invite passionate culinary professionals to join our back-of-house family for an elevated Mediterranean-inspired American steakhouse concept. Our kitchen operates strictly for dinner service only and is closed every Monday, ensuring our team enjoys dedicated, predictable time off.


Our culinary philosophy centers on 100% scratch preparation, thoughtfully sourcing prime cut meats, fresh coastal seafood, and seasonal Mediterranean produce. Powered by a modern Kitchen Display System (KDS) for smooth and organized communication, we pride ourselves on precision, cleanliness, and high standards within a supportive, growth-oriented environment where our Executive Chef actively mentors team members and loves to promote from within.


Note: Weekend (Friday–Sunday) and holiday availability is required for all positions.

AM & PM Prep Cooks

Our Prep team builds the foundation of our scratch kitchen—from rich bone broths and marinades to hand-shaped pasta, raw bar prep, and meat trimming.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • AM Shift: Receiving fresh morning deliveries, checking product quality, butchery , dessert preparation, raw seafood cleaning, vegetable preparation, and executing long-simmer sauces/stocks.
  • PM Shift: Final station setups, portioning meats and seafood, sauce preparation , executing large prep tasks or sauces that require time to reduce, and setting up the night team for smooth service execution.
  • Executing all prep lists according to detailed recipe specs, yields, and weight measurements.
  • Maintaining pristine sanitation, labeling, dating, and organizing walk-in coolers and dry storage.

 

Qualifications:

 

  • 2+ years of prep experience in a scratch-cooking environment.
  • Strong knife skills and comfort working with raw meats, whole fish, and delicate seafood.
  • High attention to detail, organization, and efficiency working independently or in small teams.

 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $23.00)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Time Management Skills

Team Collaboration

Adaptability to Changing Tasks

Problem Solving Skills

Attention to Food Safety Standards

Creativity in Food Preparation

Ability to Follow Detailed Instructions

Strong Communication Skills

Ability to Multitask

Willingness to learn and grow

Customer Service Orientation

Passion for culinary arts

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Mediterranean, Steakhouse

Fine Dining, Wine Bar

Part of Karas Restaurant Group

Smith’s Prime is a premier dining destination offering a sophisticated, Mediterranean-inspired American steakhouse experience. We pride ourselves on sourcing the highest quality cuts of meat and handcrafting our pasta in-house daily. Our commitment to excellence extends to our extensive, carefully curated selection of fine wines and craft cocktails, designed to perfectly complement every meal. Brought to you by the team behind Old Republic, our establishment is built upon a foundation of genuine hospitality. We are deeply passionate about service and are dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our guests through an unwavering focus on professional care and culinary precision.

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