Bistro Prep Cook

Join Our Team at LaClare Creamery!

LaClare Creamery is seeking a dependable, detail‑oriented Bistro Prep Cook to support our kitchen. This hands‑on culinary role is perfect for someone who enjoys preparing quality food, working in a guest‑facing environment, and contributing to a welcoming dining experience.

As a Bistro Prep Cook, you will prepare a variety of menu items, maintain a clean and organized kitchen, manage food inventory, and assist with general kitchen operations—all while delivering an excellent customer experience.

Location: Malone, WI – 100% on site
Reports to: Retail Manager
Typical Hours: Hours between 10am – 4pm; approximately 15-20 hours per week. Must be able to work weekends and hours may vary depending on events. Our Retail Shop is open Sunday - Saturday with varying hours depending on the season.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare high‑quality, menu items for guests.
• Perform a variety of food preparation tasks including sandwich making, carving meats and cheeses, making soups or salads, preparing breads or desserts, and brewing coffee, tea, or other drinks.
• Grill, cook, and garnish menu items such as eggs, French toast, roast meats, poultry, soups, and cheese boards.
• Coordinate the timing of orders so items for the same ticket are completed at the same time.
• Maintain cleanliness of food prep equipment, work areas, counters, and overall kitchen environment to meet high sanitation standards.
• Maintain accurate inventory of food items and assist with restocking and rotating products.
• Stamp dates on food items and ensure proper storage and handling at all times.
• Participate in dishwashing and general kitchen cleaning tasks.
• May take and serve guest orders at counters or tables when needed.
• Promote company values and culture drivers.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, and lift 5–25 lbs. for extended periods.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, equipment, and safe food‑handling and storage practices.
• Understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost awareness, and efficiency in a kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Ability to manage time effectively and multitask in a fast‑paced setting.
• Prior food service or kitchen experience (preferred).
• Reliable, responsible, and consistently dependable work habits.
• Experience with point of sale (POS) systems (preferred).

Why Join LaClare Creamery?

• Competitive pay: $14.00 - $17.00/hour based on experience
• Work in a friendly, team‑oriented environment
• Gain hands‑on experience in culinary operations
• Opportunities to develop customer service and food‑safety skills
• Be part of a respected local business committed to quality and hospitality

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Referral program

Work Location: In person