Bushwick Butcher & Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen Pro

Proper Food; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,863; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$18-19.50 per hour

40 hours of Paid Time Off in the first year

Top-notch medical, dental, and vision benefits after 2 months

Commuter benefits program

Stable, full-time role in a fast-paced environment

Job summary

Proper Food in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Cook / Butcher to prepare fresh, high-quality meals in our commissary. Duties include inspecting and preparing meat, maintaining a clean work area, and collaborating with the kitchen team. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen, be physically capable, and preferably speak both English and Spanish. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $18-19.50/hour, 40 hours of paid time off, and excellent health benefits after 2 months.

Qualifications

• 1+ year cooking and butchering experience in a high volume kitchen environment.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to follow a daily task list.
• Basic knowledge of knife skills and kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receives and inspects deliveries to ensure quality.
• Prepares meat for cooking using various methods.
• Maintains cleanliness in prep areas and follows food safety guidelines.
• Works efficiently with kitchen team members complying with standards.

Skills

Cooking experience in high volume kitchen

Butchering experience

Ability to lift and carry 50+ lbs

Basic knife skills

Detail-oriented

English/Spanish preferred

Job description

Proper Food in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Cook / Butcher to prepare fresh, high-quality meals in our commissary. Duties include inspecting and preparing meat, maintaining a clean work area, and collaborating with the kitchen team. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in a high-volume kitchen, be physically capable, and preferably speak both English and Spanish. The role offers a competitive pay rate of $18-19.50/hour, 40 hours of paid time off, and excellent health benefits after 2 months.