Culinary Prep & Menu Execution Lead

Wet Willie's; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's is seeking a capable culinary professional in New York to assist with meal planning alongside the general manager and ensure adherence to established food procedures. You will review menus before preparation and help coordinate food service with other departments.

The role requires at least 1 year of food preparation experience, familiarity with nutrition, and a Food Service Sanitation Certificate, with opportunities to learn new menu items while maintaining sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a culinary institute preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of food preparation experience required.
• Experience with quantity food preparation preferred.
• Demonstrate cooking skills and ability to follow established menus and recipes.
• Knowledge of proper nutritional requirements.
• Must have a Food Service Sanitation Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Meal planning in conjunction with general manager.
• Review menus prior to preparation of food.
• Assure that all food procedures are followed.
• Coordinate food service with other departments as necessary.
• Assist with the purchase and inventory of the food supply.
• Follow all sanitation guidelines.
• Become familiar with new menu items/dishes.

Skills

Cooking skills

Sanitation practices

Menu following

Nutrition knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Culinary institute graduate

Food Service Sanitation Certificate

Job description

Wet Willie's is seeking a capable culinary professional in New York to assist with meal planning alongside the general manager and ensure adherence to established food procedures. You will review menus before preparation and help coordinate food service with other departments.

The role requires at least 1 year of food preparation experience, familiarity with nutrition, and a Food Service Sanitation Certificate, with opportunities to learn new menu items while maintaining sanitation standards.