Evening Private Club Cook — Gourmet Plates & Garnish

New York Athletic Club; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Athletic Club seeks a Cook to accurately prepare meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot items. The role involves portioning, plating and garnishing, while maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety.

You will follow recipes, work with other kitchen staff, and adapt to a dynamic club environment with a Tuesday-Saturday schedule. Culinary training is a plus, but not required for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Experience handling and plating hot and cold dishes in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen safety protocols.
• Ability to follow recipes and maintain consistent quality.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products.
• Prepare and portion food items prior to cooking and plate dishes with garnishes.
• Adhere to sanitation, safety, and food handling procedures.
• Follow plate presentation and garnish setup for all dishes.
• Handle, store and rotate products properly.
• Lift up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations.
• Experience in professional kitchen is preferred but not required.

Skills

Food safety

Adaptability

Decision-making

Customer service

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Oral communication

Self-motivated

High energy Level

Education

Culinary training

Job description

New York Athletic Club seeks a Cook to accurately prepare meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot items. The role involves portioning, plating and garnishing, while maintaining high standards of sanitation and safety.

You will follow recipes, work with other kitchen staff, and adapt to a dynamic club environment with a Tuesday-Saturday schedule. Culinary training is a plus, but not required for the right candidate.