Prep Cook Summer 2026 Job at Fair Hills Resort, Detroit Lakes, MN

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  • Fair Hills Resort
  • Detroit Lakes, MN

Job Description

Fair Hills Resort is seeking a reliable and hardworking Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. Our kitchen serves anywhere from 2 to 250 guests per day and supports three departments: Bakery, Salad, and Prep. The Prep Cook plays an essential role in ensuring meals are prepared efficiently, safely, and to high quality standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Prepare ingredients for daily meals, including chopping, portioning, mixing, and measuring
  • Assist with cooking, baking, grilling, and general meal preparation
  • Set up, restock, and help run the buffet
  • Serve food on the steam line during meal service
  • Maintain a clean and organized workstation
  • Follow safe food-handling and kitchen safety procedures
  • Work both independently and as part of a fast-paced team
  • Lift and transport heavy containers, equipment, or food items as needed
  • Contribute to a positive, professional, and respectful kitchen environment

Qualifications:

  • Previous kitchen or prep experience preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
  • Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing needs
  • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

Prep Cooks typically work a morning shift, with the option to pick up an additional short evening shift.

Fair Hills Resort is a family vacation destination and special events venue. Owned and operated by the Kaldahl family since 1926, our beautiful lakeside resort and its accompanying properties offer a unique environment for events and vacations. Open seasonally from May through the end of September, Fair Hills hosts over 50 events each year and 10 weeks of all-inclusive family vacations. Fair Hills offers opportunities to gain experience in a variety of divisions across multiple industries, mainly pertaining to Hospitality, Business and Golf.
Fair Hills has a rich history and tradition rooted in music. One of the most well known events at the resort is the Hootenanny show on Tuesday nights. Performed by our very own staff, the Hootenanny is a favorite to all to be involved in or watch! We encourage all our staff to be involved in the Hootenanny as it is the longest running musical in the upper midwest and an integral way to bond with your fellow staff! Whether you are musically inclined or not, the Hootenanny is for everyone. Fair Hills also offers other talent outlets; Staff vs. Guest volleyball, Staff Talent Show, Karaoke, Yoga & Fitness Classes, etc. We love to showcase the talents and skills of the team!

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Summer work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift

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