Job Description

MFG (Market Fresh Gourmet) is a growing multi-concept restaurant group, currently with 4 restaurant concepts located Mishawaka, IN. Corndance Tavern, Bourbon and Butcher, Evil Czech Brewery and Jesús Latin Grill & Tequila Bar.
Carnegie Library Special Events is our private event space seating up to 175 guests and is in the upper level of Jesús.

Our butcher shop provides locally sourced meats while our commissary kitchen produces house-made products for each of our restaurant locations.

With 4 different concepts in 3 locations, there is something for every personality!

Multi-unit & multi-concept management experience is a plus.

We are looking for an experienced Prep Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.
You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food. With previous experience as a prep cook, you can manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

You also have an attention to detail, possess solid knife technique, and can manage multiple prep projects at one time. You excel at keeping an organized and clean walk-in and are committed to ensuring that your co-workers do the same. You take seriously the responsibility of tracking waste and communicate with your managers when something in the waste log is of concern.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients through effective rotation and labeling of products in the walk-in
• Taste, taste, taste. Ensure all prep is cooked and seasoned correctly
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism
• Communicate with the incoming shift as to what prep items need to be completed/prioritized

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a prep cook preferred
• Attention for detail
• Teachable
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Complete our short application today!

Compensation: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

MFG (Market Fresh Gourmet) is a growing restaurant group built on strong teams, great food, and opportunities to grow.

We currently operate multiple restaurant and hospitality concepts in Mishawaka, Indiana, including Corndance Tavern, Evil Czech Brewery, Jesús Latin Grill & Tequila Bar, and Carnegie Library Special Events, with continued expansion underway through Summit Steak Bar, our newest concept.

Jesús Latin Grill & Tequila Bar, our in-house butcher shop offers locally sourced meats, while our commissary kitchen produces house-made products for all our restaurant locations.

With multiple concepts working together and new projects on the horizon, there is truly something for every personality, skill set, and career path.

Whether you are just getting started or looking to grow in the hospitality industry, MFG offers a place to learn, contribute, and build a future.