Job Description
Job DescriptionJoin the Team at Murphy’s Cafe 126 as a Prep Cook!
Are you passionate about great food and looking for a role where you can make a real difference behind the scenes? Murphy’s Cafe 126, home of the #1 Philly Cheesesteaks in Utah, is opening a brand-new location in Herriman this November 2026! We’re on the lookout for dependable, hardworking Prep Cooks to help us serve up the quality, consistency, and speed our customers love.
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, work in a fast-paced environment, and be part of a growing team, we’d love to hear from you!
What You'll Be Doing
As a Prep Cook at Murphy’s, you’ll play a critical role in setting our kitchen up for success. Here’s what your day-to-day might look like:
- Ingredient Preparation: Slice, dice, chop, measure, and portion ingredients like meats, cheeses, vegetables, and sauces according to Murphy’s recipes and standards.
- Fresh Produce Prep: Handle onions, peppers, mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, and other fresh produce to perfection.
- Recipe Execution: Prepare house sauces and toppings for cheesesteaks, burgers, breakfast items, appetizers, and more.
- Stocking and Rotation: Label, date, and store food properly while following FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
- Kitchen Support: Keep prep areas, utensils, and equipment clean and sanitized, and assist Line Cooks and other team members as needed.
- Team Collaboration: Monitor prep levels, communicate with the team, and ensure everything is ready before the rush hits.
Your work will ensure that every cheesesteak we serve is fresh, consistent, and delicious!
What We're Looking For
We’re searching for someone who is dependable, organized, and takes pride in doing things right. Here’s what makes a great Prep Cook at Murphy’s:
- Experience: At least 1 year of restaurant or food-prep experience is preferred. However, we’re open to training someone with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Skills: Ability to follow recipes, use knives and kitchen equipment safely, and work efficiently on your feet.
- Reliability: Punctuality and dependability are crucial—when prep isn’t done on time, the whole kitchen feels it.
- Team Player: You’re ready to jump in and help your teammates whenever needed.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
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