Prep Cook at Osteria Marco

SUMMARY The Prep Cook plays an essential role in supporting the kitchen team by preparing ingredients and maintaining a clean, organized work environment. Responsibilities include washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients, following food safety and sanitation guidelines, and assisting with basic cooking tasks. The Prep Cook ensures that all ingredients are prepared and ready for use during service, contributing to the efficiency and smooth operation of the kitchen. BENEFITS & PERKS Starting Pay: $21-$22 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Dental and Vision Insurance: Available after 60 days Health Insurance: Available to eligible full-time employees after 1 year Transportation Benefits: Free RTD EcoPass or employee parking reimbursement Additional Benefits: EAP, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Life Insurance options 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Available after 6 months Employee Discount: Available at Skyport restaurant and retail locations Paid Leave: Provided in accordance with applicable Colorado and federal laws Supportive team environment with training and professional development opportunities PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing. Measure and assemble ingredients for menu items following recipes and specifications. Portion and package prepared ingredients for use during service. Maintain a clean and organized work area, including kitchen equipment and utensils. Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment. Assist in setting up and stocking stations with necessary supplies and ingredients. Label and store all ingredients properly, ensuring freshness and minimizing waste. Operate kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, and blenders safely and efficiently. Assist cooks and chefs with various tasks as needed, including basic cooking and dish assembly. Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages to kitchen management. Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring proper storage procedures are followed. Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils. Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment. Maintain a positive and professional attitude while working in a fast-paced environment. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Genuine interest in providing a positive guest experience Ability to work well with others and support a positive work environment Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Dependable Flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by FMS/Skyport, brand partners, airport, federal, state, and local employment regulations Strong communication skills and ability to handle stressful situations Ability to use basic math; e.g., addition, subtraction, and basic fractions Must successfully complete required airport security and background screening, including a federal background check. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. 1+ years’ experience as a cook/prep cook in a full-service restaurant ServSafe Certified a plus WORKING ENVIRONMENT Airport: This position operates in a climate-controlled international airport environment. The temperature, volume of noise, and exposure to the public are outside the control of First Meridian Services, Inc. The position requires use of public spaces as provided by the airport. Restaurant: This position may require frequent exposure to a restaurant or retail operation environment. Regular exposure to varying temperatures (hot/cold/freezing), fumes, vapors, industrial restaurant equipment, noise, and guests will be a common occurrence. The nature of restaurant work requires the Prep Cook to possess certain physical abilities. Those listed here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform this job. Most of the workday is spent standing or walking and working in close proximity to others. Eye-hand coordination, depth perception, finger dexterity, and functional vision and speech perception are required. Some bending, crouching, pushing/pulling and lifting/lowering of 20-50 lbs. Some repetitive motions with hands, wrists, or arms. Must be able to operate all equipment used in the restaurant. Some exposure to skin irritants, electrical equipment, and sharp instruments. Risk to these exposures is minimized by strict adherence to company standards, policies and procedures. Physical Requirements & Frequency Bend - Occasionally Climb/Crawl - Occasionally Sit - Rarely Kneel - Occasionally Squat - Occasionally Stand/Walk - Constantly Mental Requirements & Frequency Communicate Orally - Constantly Evaluating - Occasionally Perform Calculations - Occasionally Read/Comprehend - Regularly Reason/Analyze - Occasionally Write - Rarely HIRING PROCESS Application Deadline: August 20th 2026 This date represents our anticipated application deadline and may be extended based on business needs. Interested? Click "apply now" and include an updated resume for consideration. If we choose to proceed with your application, be on the lookout for a text or email from us to set up an initial interview. Internal Applicants: Current First Meridian Services employees must meet applicable internal transfer eligibility requirements to be considered for this opportunity. Generally, employees must have been in their current position for at least six months and have no disciplinary documentation within the previous six months. Please get in touch with your manager or HR with questions regarding eligibility. First Meridian is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Prep Cook supports the kitchen team by preparing, chopping, and portioning ingredients while maintaining a clean and organized workspace. They also assist with basic cooking tasks and ensure all stations are properly stocked for service.

Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a full-service restaurant and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and applicants must pass a federal background check.

• Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Health Insurance • Transportation Benefits • EAP • Critical Illness Insurance • Hospital Indemnity • Life Insurance • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan • Employee Discount • Paid Leave

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Travail d’équipeSouhaitée
• Salubrité alimentaireSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Gestion des stocksSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Food preparation
• Sanitation
• Knife skills
• Portion control
• Kitchen equipment operation
• Inventory management
• Food safety
• Communication
• Math skills
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Ingredient Preparation
• ServSafe Certification
• Inventory Monitoring
• Professionalism
• Airport Security
• Kitchen Management
• Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance
• Cooking
• Depth Perception
• Electrical Equipment
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• General Mathematics
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Restaurant Operation
• Vision Insurance
• Coordinating
• Finger Dexterity

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Trades
• Prep Cook
• Cook
• Cooks
• Cooks, Restaurant

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine