BOH - Line Cook 1

Sant Ambroeus Hospitality Group; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sant Ambroeus Hospitality Group in New York City is seeking a prep cook to support kitchen operations under the chef's direction. You will weigh, measure, mix ingredients, season and cook foods, and help with plating in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires basic food-handling skills, strong time management, and the ability to work well with a team under pressure. English communication is essential for clear direction and service flow. ADA accommodations available upon request.

Qualifications

• Reading and speaking comprehension in English.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Willingness to assist in multiple prep and cooking tasks.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or judgment.
• Inspect areas to ensure safe, sanitary handling practices.
• Turn or stir foods for even cooking and monitor doneness.
• Season and cook according to recipes or chef direction.
• Observe and test foods for doneness by tasting or checking textures.
• Portion, arrange, garnish, and serve food to staff or guests.
• Assist other cooks during busy periods or emergencies.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Prepare fruits and vegetables for consumption.
• Estimate consumption and requisition supplies as needed.
• Follow opening/closing procedures and maintain uniform and cleanliness.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Teamwork

Work under pressure

Basic food handling

Job description

Job Description

SA Hospitality Group is Italian at heart, the vision of Gherardo Guarducci and Dimitri Pauli who have translated old-world sensibilities to appeal to modern-day New York City clientele. Since 2003, SA Hospitality Group has expanded to a selective group of iconic New York neighborhoods with its three brands: Sant Ambroeus, Casa Lever, Felice with 24 restaurant locations in Manhattan, Southampton, NY, East Hampton, NY, Aspen, CO, Milan, Italy, and Palm Beach, FL.

Position Purpose: this person is responsible for prepping food and plating dishes following menu specification and chef’s direction.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during emergencies or rush periods.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
• Estimate expected food consumption; then requisition or purchase supplies or procure food from storage.
• Carve and trim meats such as beef, veal, ham, pork, and lamb for hot or cold service, or for sandwiches.
• Bake breads, rolls, cakes, and pastries when asked.
• Always maintain professional demeanor with all staff.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• The ability to work as part of a team, and personal cleanliness, including uniform maintenance.
• Very basic food handling, preparation, and cleaning skills are welcomed.
• Time management and ability to work under pressure to manage high volume of production.
• Active listening and learning skills.
• Ability to communicate and understand direction in English to ensure safety in the workplace. Ability to understand, respond, and engage with co-workers, managers, and guests in English.
• Reading and speaking comprehension skills
• Discipline to follow set standards.
• Ability to lift up to 30lbs.

ADA: SA Hospitality Group will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity in order to complete Form I-9 within 72 hours of commencing work. Failure to do so will result in immediate termination.