Cafe Prep Cook
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026.
Job Title: Cafe Prep Cook
Reports To: Culinary Manager
Location: Reno, Nevada
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Compensation: $24.50
At Patagonia, pay ranges are set using the best available market data for the job at the required location. To determine salary for a candidate, we consider the candidate’s skills and capabilities for the job compared with expectations for the position.
General Summary
The Prep Cook is responsible for assisting other level Cooks and Chef by accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, cook, and present a variety of hot and/or cold food items for various meal periods: to include Breakfast, Lunch, Grab ‘N Go, Dinner and occasional Special/Catered Events.
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe workstation and area which will include: some dishwashing, deep cleaning, and general equipment maintenance. High standards of cleanliness and sanitation must be kept, and a Food Handler’s card can be obtained with Patagonia’s help. This role requires some flexibility of hours but requires daily punctuality and attendance.
What You’ll Do
Prep-Cook will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor daily.
- Assistance with food preparation or execution of menu items in an accurate and timely fashion
- Execute garde-manger applications with supervision of higher-level cooks, such as dressings and chia pudding.
- Set up and break down service (breakfast and/or lunch) including cleaning procedures and/or dishwashing if required.
- Working knowledge of knife cuts such as julienne, dice, and mince.
- Basic allergen knowledge required and translated to labeling.
- Ensure station / service is set on time with the appropriate amount of food and supplies for the projected business.
- Must maintain a sense of urgency to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Ensure all foods are stored properly to include wrapped, labeled, and dated with expiration dates.
- Basic allergen knowledge required and translated to labeling.
- Display work habits that promote accident prevention.
- Work off Prep lists or verbal instructions for daily completion.
- Exhibit strong communication skills to ensure accuracy and follow through.
- Maintain a clean, neat, and well-organized work area.
- Assist in receiving items and properly stored in assigned locations.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers. Must exhibit strong teamwork skills.
- Assistance with food preparation or execution of menu items, Grab ‘N Go in an accurate and timely fashion.
- Must exhibit strong teamwork skills.
- Check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
Who You Are
- Passionate- in creating an inclusive and safe work environment
- Adaptable- able to work in a dynamic environment
- Influential- able to communicate and act through complicated and potentially tense situations
- Proactive- demonstrates initiative, is conscientious and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility
- Service-minded- excellent service and support skills to all people
- Motivated- always seeking self-improvement
- Self-reflective- Acknowledge one's own experience and experiences of others. Adjusts behaviors for success in an inclusive workplace
- Inclusive- Experience working with groups across differences in respectful and equitable ways
Experience You Bring
- Minimum two (2) years of culinary experience or training equivalent
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing racial justice and equity
- Actively works towards creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all
- Ability to follow recipes and directions
- Ability to work without daily supervision
- Focused attention to details in performing repetitive tasks
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks with the ability to prioritize work assignments
- Excellent guest service skills and attitude when attending stations on any specific function
- Enthusiasm for working in a team oriented, fast paced environment that fosters creativity
Physical Requirements
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other associates, or guests.
- Ability to lift 30 pounds repeatedly and carry for up to 50 feet
- Able to stand for long periods of time
- Bending, lifting, and chopping repetitively throughout the day
- Ability to wash dishes for extended periods of time
- Ability to work in a small physical space that can be loud at times
Benefits
Patagonia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and leave of absence plans. Benefit plans may vary slightly depending on the nature of your employment.
Workplace Location Overview
- This position is On-Site, requiring employees to work at our Reno office during standard business hours.
Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers, and vendors. Embracing that we are in the business to save our home planet.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.