Fine Dining Prep Cook — Precision & Pace

6AM City, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

JKS Restaurants in New York City seeks a Prep Cook to support the culinary team by preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean workstation, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations in a fine dining setting.

The role requires 1–2 years of kitchen experience and culinary training, strong knife skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Wage is $18.00/hour with overtime eligibility, and the employer emphasizes hospitality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in a fine dining or high-volume restaurant.
• Culinary education or equivalent hands-on training preferred.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of basic cooking and preparation techniques.
• Ability to follow directions precisely and work efficiently in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.
• Punctual, reliable, and committed to teamwork.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant operations.
• Commitment to hospitality, teamwork, and excellence.
• Good time-management and teamwork skills.
• Pride in appearance.
• Constantly strive to improve personal and professional development.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in opening and closing procedures to prepare the kitchen for service and maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Accurately and consistently prepare ingredients (washing, chopping, portioning, marinating, etc.) for daily service and specials.
• Follow recipes and specifications provided by chefs to ensure uniformity and excellence.
• Assist in the preparation of stocks, sauces, marinades, and other foundational elements of the menu.
• Maintain proper mise en place for service stations, ensuring readiness at all times.
• Uphold fine dining standards of cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail in all prep work.
• Follow food safety protocols and NYC Department of Health regulations, including proper labeling, storage, and rotation of products.
• Operate kitchen equipment (knives, slicers, mixers, ovens, etc.) safely and effectively.
• Support line cooks and chefs during service as needed.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, checking for quality and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions to stay informed about menu offerings, updated protocols, and industry best practices.
• Report any health & safety issues or faulty equipment promptly to management for resolution.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Knife skills

Culinary education

Teamwork

Education

Culinary education

Job description

JKS Restaurants in New York City seeks a Prep Cook to support the culinary team by preparing ingredients, maintaining a clean workstation, and ensuring smooth kitchen operations in a fine dining setting.

The role requires 1–2 years of kitchen experience and culinary training, strong knife skills, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Wage is $18.00/hour with overtime eligibility, and the employer emphasizes hospitality and teamwork.