Prep Cook

About the role

Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Puttshack USA opened its first location in 2021 as an upscale, tech‑infused mini‑golf experience that also serves world‑class food and a full bar. The company is seeking hospitality associates who care deeply about creating an elevated, one‑of‑a‑kind guest experience. The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing and producing all menu items, setting up the prep station, stocking inventory, and maintaining sanitation standards to meet the Executive Chef’s exacting standards.

Responsibilities

• Bring your “A” game each and every day.
• Ensure overall guest experience exceeds expectations and anticipate guests’ needs.
• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels.
• Prepare all ingredients according to portions and recipes.
• Communicate inventory or quality issues to Culinary Leadership.
• Read a thermometer and food tickets correctly and efficiently.
• Accurately account for all items coming out of a station.
• Understand and follow food allergy procedures and special orders/restrictions.
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures, including MSDS.
• Take direction and be a team player.
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures, and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Associate Handbook.
• Perform other projects or duties as assigned, including but not limited to side‑work, opening, and closing duties.

Requirements

• Must be 18 + years of age to apply.
• Prior experience in a high‑volume restaurant kitchen.
• Experience operating kitchen tools and appliances such as knives, grills, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively to perform and follow job requirements safely.
• Ability to multitask calmly and effectively in a busy environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the venue, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces.
• Ability to move and lift up to 10 pounds frequently, and occasionally up to 30 pounds.
• Comfort working in confined, crowded spaces with high noise levels and varying temperature conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching.
• Life insurance.
• PTO.
• Associate discounts – free mini‑golf and 50 % off meals.
• Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary by location or position; some benefits are available immediately to part‑time or variable‑time associates, while others become available after completing initial employment periods.

Schedule

Our venues are open 7 days/week, typically from 11 am–1 am with some variations. While we strive to accommodate scheduling preferences, they cannot always be guaranteed, and flexibility is valued. All positions have variable schedules, typically ranging from 15 to 30 hours per week depending on business needs and individual availability.