Overview

The Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation of ingredients and stations used in the cooking process, as well as maintaining the kitchen and ensuring it is clean and sanitized.

This role will pay an hourly wage of $18.00 to $20.00.

For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

job expires 7/31/2024

Responsibilities

• Assists the Culinary Management team with food preparation as assigned
• Following prep lists created by chefs
• Maintains a working knowledge of food preparation for standard menu items
• Properly stores and labels food
• Ensure stations are prepped and ready for the start of service.
• Understands kitchen equipment and the operation of equipment
• Maintains a clean work environment, including floors and passages
• Cleans kitchen and equipment as assigned by the Culinary Management team
• Assists in keeping all food storage areas, refrigerators, freezers, etc. clean and organized
• Performs all duties in accordance with the standards established by the NYC Department of Health
• Attends staff meetings and in-services as required
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Assist with Prep Cooking and Special Events

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a prep or kitchen assistant in a high-end, high-volume, fast-paced NYC kitchen (or comparable)
• Professional work ethic
• Effective communication skills and ability to take direction from supervisors
• Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
• Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking.
• Ability to work independently, resourcefully, and proactively solve issues
• Knowledge of Health Department food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to lift, pull, push, carry up to 30 pounds/ stand for extended periods of time