Prep Cook - Join the Opening Team!Ophelia Tavern & Bar Top - The Dale - Avondale Estates, Georgia70 N Avondale Rd, Suite A100Avondale Estates, GA 30002Opening Soon - Now Hiring Prep CooksOphelia Tavern & Bar Top are coming to The Dale in Avondale Estates, and we're building a dependable and talented Back of House Opening Team.Ophelia Tavern will be a refined neighborhood gathering place serving Italian-inspired comfort food in a welcoming, no-fuss atmosphere. The menu features pizzas crisped in 600-degree ovens, fresh pastas tossed in scratch-made sauces, juicy house-ground burgers, thoughtfully prepared entr es and salads, and plenty of small plates made for sharing.Located upstairs, Bar Top features a spacious covered rooftop patio overlooking the Town Green, a cozy indoor bar, fireplace, and private event space. Its food program will feature light bites alongside classic cocktails, creative mocktails, local beers, and curated wines.Behind every great service is a strong prep team. We're looking for organized, dependable, and quality-focused Prep Cooks who understand that consistency begins long before the first guest walks through the door.What We're Looking ForPrevious restaurant prep or kitchen experience preferredExperience with scratch food preparation is a plusStrong basic knife skillsAbility to accurately follow recipes and prep specificationsUnderstanding of proper measuring, portioning, and food handlingClean and organized work habitsAbility to work efficiently and independentlyStrong attention to detailKnowledge of proper food storage, labeling, dating, and rotationUnderstanding of basic food safety and sanitationAbility to safely lift and move restaurant products and suppliesDependable and punctualTeam-first attitudeAbility to prioritize prep based on kitchen needsFlexible availability based on prep, restaurant, and event schedulesPosition ResponsibilitiesPrepare ingredients according to company recipes and specificationsWash, cut, chop, slice, portion, and properly store ingredientsPrepare sauces, dressings, vegetables, proteins, garnishes, and other menu components as assignedAssist with preparation related to pizzas, pastas, entr es, salads, appetizers, and small platesFollow recipes accurately and maintain consistent qualityProperly weigh, measure, and portion productsLabel, date, rotate, and store all prepared productsFollow FIFO proceduresMaintain proper food temperaturesFollow all sanitation and food safety requirementsMaintain a clean and organized prep areaProperly clean and sanitize equipment and work surfacesCommunicate prep levels, shortages, and product concerns to kitchen leadershipMinimize waste and properly handle restaurant productsAssist with receiving and properly storing deliveriesMaintain organization of walk-ins, coolers, dry storage, and prep areasAssist Line Cooks and other BOH team members as neededPrepare products needed for Bar Top, private events, and special functionsComplete assigned opening and closing responsibilitiesPrep StandardsGreat food starts with great preparation.Our Prep Cooks are expected to:Follow recipes exactlyMaintain consistent cuts, portions, and preparationWork cleanly and efficientlyKeep prep areas organizedProperly label, date, and rotate productsMaintain food safety standards at all timesCommunicate product needs before they become shortagesMinimize unnecessary wasteRespect ingredients, equipment, and fellow team membersTake pride in producing consistent, quality work every daySupporting Ophelia Tavern, Bar Top & Private EventsOur prep kitchen will support more than one dining experience.In addition to preparing food for Ophelia Tavern's full-service restaurant, our BOH team will support Bar Top's rooftop food program and the private event space located upstairs.Private events may include celebrations, corporate gatherings, social functions, and other special occasions, creating additional and varied food preparation needs.Prep Cooks should be comfortable adjusting priorities based on restaurant volume, event schedules, and the needs of the culinary team.Schedule & AvailabilityOur anticipated operating schedule is:Monday - Friday: Approximately 4:00 PM until CloseSaturday & Sunday: Potentially 11:00 AM until CloseTentative Closing Time: Approximately 10:00 PMPrep shifts may begin significantly earlier than restaurant opening hours based on production needs, deliveries, events, and business volume. Applicants should have flexible availability for weekday and weekend prep shifts, holidays, training, and special events.Operating hours and schedules are tentative and may change based on business needs.What We OfferCompensation based on experience: $17-$20 per hourJoin the Opening Team of Ophelia Tavern & Bar TopOpportunity to work with fresh ingredients and scratch-made preparationsStructured recipes and kitchen standardsCross-training and development opportunitiesExperience supporting full-service dining, rooftop service, and private eventsEmployee dining benefitsPositive and team-oriented kitchen environmentOpportunities for growth within Ophelia Tavern, Bar Top, and our growing restaurant groupWhy Join Ophelia Tavern?Prep Cooks are an essential part of a successful kitchen. The quality and consistency of every pizza, pasta, entr e, salad, appetizer, and small plate begins with proper preparation. We're looking for people who understand that being organized, following recipes, maintaining quality, and having the kitchen prepared for service matters.If you're dependable, enjoy working with food, take pride in keeping an organized workspace, and want to be part of building a new restaurant from the beginning, we'd love to meet you.Apply today and become part of the Back of House Opening Team at Ophelia Tavern & Bar Top at The Dale!PIab13987ed0-
