Prep Cook - Quick Hire!
Posted on October 24, 2025
Federal Pizza is a vibrant and dynamic restaurant housed in the beautifully restored 1950s First Federal Bank building designed by the acclaimed architect Al Beadle. This unique blend of midcentury and modern design creates an inviting atmosphere where guests can enjoy an authentic dining experience. Federal Pizza specializes in chef-driven, 100% scratch-made selections including wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches, pastas, and salads, all crafted to perfection with high-quality, fresh ingredients. The beverage menu complements the food offerings and features global wines, house-made wine coolers, and an impressive rotating selection of craft beers available both on tap and in bottles. Recognized as a beloved destination for pizza lovers across the valley, Federal Pizza prides itself on its friendly, engaging team culture that fosters genuine hospitality and community connection.
As a Prep Cook at Federal Pizza, your role will be integral to maintaining the high standards of food preparation and kitchen operations that the restaurant is known for. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate ranging from $16 to $19 per hour and requires someone who is highly skilled at preparing ingredients with excellent knife skills and a strong passion for working with fresh, quality ingredients. The Prep Cook is responsible for completing routine tasks such as preparing food components and recipes accurately, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, and organizing the kitchen space under the guidance of cooks, chefs, or food service managers. This position is vital in supporting the kitchen team to create consistent, high-quality dishes while thriving in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Working at Federal Pizza means becoming part of a company with a rich culture committed to delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. The work environment encourages career growth with unlimited advancement opportunities and supports your professional development in both beverage and culinary disciplines. Federal Pizza values each team member's voice, recognizing and rewarding contributions that help the company succeed. Beyond the daily work, employees enjoy meaningful relationships and an uplifting atmosphere rooted in the core values of authenticity, integrity, positive energy, extraordinary results, and teamwork. If you are driven by passion for food, culinary excellence, and hospitality, Federal Pizza offers a rewarding and inclusive workplace where you can grow and thrive.
- One year of full-service restaurant kitchen cook experience
- internal candidates must be in good standing and free of performance issues for at least one year
- state food handler's management certification
- combined work experience and education considered
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment