Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States · On-site
Description Join our team at Arrowmont – where food meets creativity! Looking for a motivated and dependable Dish Prep Cook to join us in a supportive, team-oriented environment! The Dish Prep Cook is responsible for ass…
Skills: Food preparation, Dishwashing, Kitchen sanitation, Ingredient storage, Organization
Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States • On-site
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The Dish Prep Cook assists the culinary team by preparing ingredients, washing dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. They ensure all workstations are organized and that health and safety standards are consistently met.
Candidates should have basic kitchen or food prep experience and be able to perform physical tasks like lifting up to 50 lbs. A ServSafe certification is preferred, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment is required.
Description
Looking for a motivated and dependable Dish Prep Cook to join us in a supportive, team-oriented environment! The Dish Prep Cook is responsible for assisting in food preparation, ensuring cleanliness, and maintaining the kitchen’s efficiency. You will support the culinary team by preparing ingredients, washing dishes, and organizing the kitchen to ensure that the cooking process runs smoothly and efficiently.
This is currently a limited duration position with flexible scheduling and no late nights – perfect for someone who wants work-life balance.
Requirements
Wash, peel, chop, and prepare ingredients such as vegetables, meats, and sauces under the guidance of senior kitchen staff.
Ensure all ingredients are properly stored, labeled, and organized to maintain kitchen efficiency.
Clean, sanitize, and organize kitchen tools, utensils, and equipment.
Operate dishwashing equipment, ensuring proper sanitation and cleanliness.
Maintain cleanliness in all areas of the kitchen, including workstations, counters, and floors.
Assist in organizing the kitchen and prep areas to keep everything easily accessible.
Help stock ingredients, sauces, and supplies to keep the kitchen well-stocked for daily use.
Ensure all health and safety standards are maintained in the kitchen at all times.
Support the team during food service by quickly providing prepared ingredients or helping with other tasks as needed.
Previous kitchen experience is a plus, but not required (training will be provided).
Knowledge of food safety practices and kitchen hygiene.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
Ability to lift and carry heavy items, such as boxes of ingredients and kitchen supplies.
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
Availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time and work in hot kitchen environments.
Must have the ability to walk unaided up and down hills, lift and move items up to 50 lbs. Must be able to bend, stoop and reach above their head. This position demands frequent exposure to the weather. Must be able to work around heat, noise, dust, odors, cleaning agents, etc. Must possess the use of long term and short-term memory.
Arrowmont is committed to creating an anti-racist, diverse and inclusive workforce and work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Arrowmont strongly encourages people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Arrowmont is committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact your immediate supervisor or the Chief Officer of People & Culture.
Enriching lives through art and craft.
In 1912, the Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women founded the Pi Beta Phi Settlement School in Gatlinburg, TN as a service project to commemorate its 50th anniversary. Today, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is a nationally renowned center of contemporary arts and crafts education. Workshops are offered for one and two weeks in the spring and summer, and one-week and weekends in the fall. Areas of study include: ceramics, fibers, metals/jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodturning, woodworking, sculpture, and book and paper arts. The public is welcome year-round to visit the school’s five galleries, resource center and book and supply store. Artist residencies, assistantships, work-study, scholarships, community outreach, conferences and music programs contribute to Arrowmont’s mission of “enriching lives through art.” Arrowmont’s historic 14 acre campus is a hidden treasure in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. Quaint and intimate spaces define Arrowmont’s charm. With art around every corner, it isn’t hard to find inspiration and creativity, making it the perfect location for a board, business or staff retreat, meeting, special event or large family gathering.
Offices: 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738, US · Gatlinburg, us · 110 S Gay St, Knoxville, Tennessee 37902, US
View all jobs at Arrowmont School of Arts and CraftsEnriching lives through art and craft.
In 1912, the Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women founded the Pi Beta Phi Settlement School in Gatlinburg, TN as a service project to commemorate its 50th anniversary. Today, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts is a nationally renowned center of contemporary arts and crafts education. Workshops are offered for one and two weeks in the spring and summer, and one-week and weekends in the fall. Areas of study include: ceramics, fibers, metals/jewelry, painting, drawing, photography, warm glass, woodturning, woodworking, sculpture, and book and paper arts. The public is welcome year-round to visit the school’s five galleries, resource center and book and supply store. Artist residencies, assistantships, work-study, scholarships, community outreach, conferences and music programs contribute to Arrowmont’s mission of “enriching lives through art.” Arrowmont’s historic 14 acre campus is a hidden treasure in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg. Quaint and intimate spaces define Arrowmont’s charm. With art around every corner, it isn’t hard to find inspiration and creativity, making it the perfect location for a board, business or staff retreat, meeting, special event or large family gathering.
Offices: 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg, Tennessee 37738, US · Gatlinburg, us · 110 S Gay St, Knoxville, Tennessee 37902, US
View all jobs at Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts