Kitchen Cook

New York Ag Connection; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and?視? d

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

J.A.V. Food Corp d/b/a Agata & Valentina in New York, NY, seeks a motivated cook to join our fast-paced market kitchen. You will bring skill, organization and efficiency to deliver exceptional food to customers.

Role focuses on cooking, prep, inventory support, and maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion guidelines and presentation standards.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation, ensuring proper ingredient preparation and storage.
• Follow food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper labeling, dating, and rotation of ingredients.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate production and ensure timely service.
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and managing inventory to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
• Adapt to changing kitchen needs, assisting with prep work, station changes, and other tasks as required.
• Maintain professionalism in a fast paced, customer focused environment.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Cooking techniques

Food safety & sanitation

Work under pressure

Communication & teamwork

Flexible schedule

Job description

Position Summary
Agata & Valentina, one of New York City's premier Italian specialty food store is seeking a motivated cook to bring skill, organization and efficiency to deliver exceptional food to our customers at our food market. If you have a passion for cooking and enjoy working in a fast paced, team-oriented kitchen, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion guidelines and presentation standards
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation, ensuring proper ingredient preparation and storage
• Follow food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper labeling, dating, and rotation of ingredients
• Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate production and ensure timely service
• Assist with receiving, stocking, and managing inventory to maintain freshness and minimize waste
• Adapt to changing kitchen needs, assisting with prep work, station changes, and other tasks as required
• Maintain professionalism in a fast paced, customer focused environment

Knowledge Skills and Competencies

• 2-3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a high-volume setting
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Job Description

Company: J.A.V. Food Corp d/b/a Agata & Valentina

Location: New York, NY 10075

Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person

Compensation: From $17 per hour, based on experience

Reports To: Department Manager

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee discounts