Prep Cook
Description

 

About Us 

Ingo’s Tasty Food is a community-driven, scratch-cooking eatery known for its salads, grass-fed burgers, craft beers, breakfast all day, and signature cocktails—served in a fun, pet-friendly atmosphere. We’re part of Hi Noon Hospitality, a tight-knit group focused on quality, hospitality, and supporting our team’s growth. 


What You’ll Do 

  • Execute high-volume plating and preparation with speed, precision, and presentation standards. 
  • Follow recipes to ensure consistency in taste and appearance across salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. 
  • Read and prioritize tickets; adapt to modifications quickly and accurately. 
  • Maintain high standards of food safety, storage, and sanitation protocols. 
  • Uphold kitchen cleanliness at all times—work surfaces, equipment, and common areas. 
  • Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house staff to deliver efficient, quality service. 
  • Flex into roles across stations (hot line, cold side, prep, etc.) as needed. 
  • Remain calm and professional during peak and event-driven periods.  

We’re Looking For You If You Have 

  • Prior kitchen or line cook experience in fast-paced environments. 
  • Strong multitasking, timing, and organizational skills. 
  • Knowledge of food safety and cooking best practices (temps, sanitation, HM/GMP, etc.). 
  • A positive attitude, teamwork orientation, and readiness to learn and cross-train. 
  • Availability flexible across days, nights, and weekends. 

What You’ll Gain 

  • Competitive wages plus meal discounts and coffee perks. 
  • Insurance benefits available for full-time team members. 
  • Paid training and structured opportunities for advancement within Ingo’s and sister brands like Buck & Rider. 
  • Supportive team culture—closed on major holidays (Thanksgiving and Christmas). 
  • Referral bonuses, flexible scheduling, and fun bonus perks (e.g. downtown parking/Metro reimbursement at Block 23 location)  

Requirements 

  • Ability to multi-task in fast-paced, team environment  
  • Must be reliable and prompt 
  • Must be able to lift to 50lbs, and frequently lift and bend from the waist  
  • Must be able to stand for long periods  
  • Must have food handlers’ card or ability to obtain prior to first day  

Physical Requirements 

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours per shift) 
  • Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, and lift 
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. 
  • Ability to work safely around hot surfaces, open flames, sharp objects, and kitchen equipment 
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-temperature environment 

Why Join Ingo’s? 

You’ll join a hands-on, scratch-focused kitchen that cares about quality and community. With three valley-wide locations and a growing team, there are clear paths to expand your career and bring your culinary creativity to life.