Culinary Prep Cook - Pier Sixty

Job Summary:  Assists cooks in the preparation of all food items for all venues.

Compensation: Hourly $19.00

• Responsible to supply assigned work station with all needed products and culinary equipment for prompt production.
• Prepares all the prep work for soups, sauces, salads, vegetables and hors d'oeuvres.
• Executes assigned culinary tasks during production and events
• Stores all food in refrigerated boxes including covers, labels and dates, using the proper containers to protect against waste and spoilage.
• Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.
• Maintains area in a clean condition at all times.
• Travel as necessary to other venues
• Assist coworkers with completion of assignments when needed
• Perform all assigned side work
• Perform any general cleaning tasks
• Keep work area clean and well organized
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Perform all reasonable requests by the management team

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities  

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• Culinary School degree preferred
• Basic cooking knowledge preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking
• Must have basic knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Must have knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements and portion sizes.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to read and write the English language in order to read recipes and communicate with other team members.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Ability to communicate effectively with Team Members, management, clients and vendors if necessary.
• Ability to obtain Food Service Sanitation certificates.
• Able to work flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions, including meeting productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop on a consistent basis
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slices, etc

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities  

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred
• Culinary School degree preferred
• Basic cooking knowledge preferred.
• Must have basic knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking
• Must have basic knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Must have knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements and portion sizes.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to read and write the English language in order to read recipes and communicate with other team members.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Ability to communicate effectively with Team Members, management, clients and vendors if necessary.
• Ability to obtain Food Service Sanitation certificates.
• Able to work flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions, including meeting productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop on a consistent basis
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slices, etc

Other Responsibilities:

• Always practice our Piers of Success
• Maintain professional appearance and behavior when in contact with guests and team members.
• Arrive to work in a perfect uniform and excellent hygiene
• Know and follow all Pier Sixty emergency, safety and health procedures.
• Follow Policies and Procedures in training manuals and Team Member handbook,
• Follow proper time keeping policies and procedures
• Follow the sign in and out procedure for keys as necessary