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🥝 PREP COOK

Mercado Montclair | Montclair, United States | Posted June 19, 2026

Job Description

Please apply in person or email resume to:

Mercado

605 Valley Road

Montclair, NJ 07043

[email protected]


PREP COOK

Mercado is seeking a dedicated, reliable, and experienced Prep Cook to join our fast-paced, dynamic kitchen team.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must have prior prep cook experience to be considered.

This position plays a vital role in our back-of-house operations, balancing hands-on food preparation with maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and organization. The ideal candidate is hardworking, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting a smooth and efficient culinary environment.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Assist chefs and the kitchen manager with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, slicing meats, preparing sauces, and other mise en place.
  • Accurately measure, portion, and or...

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