Lead Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Creative Plating

All Team Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

All Team Staffing in New York is seeking an experienced cook to support dining operations. You will assist in preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals, coordinate production with serving hours, and ensure quality and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Candidates should have prior food service or culinary arts experience, knowledge of safety practices, and the ability to work as part of a team. We value reliability, effective communication, and a customer-focused attitude; must be 18+ and

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food service, culinary arts, or other related fields.
• Proficiency in various cooking methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
• Knowledge of and adherence to food safety and sanitation practices.
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
• Previous work in a restaurant, corporate kitchen, university, or event center is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals
• Plan food production to coordinate with meal serving hours
• Memorize, record, and comprehend menu items, abbreviations, plate appearance, and portions
• Follow standard recipes and special diet orders
• Monitor stock, keep track of inventory, and place orders when necessary
• Operate and clean standard kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances safely and efficiently
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes
• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Store food and other items are stored properly, checking the quality of ingredients

Skills

Food service experience

Culinary arts

Safety practices

Team player

Job description

All Team Staffing in New York is seeking an experienced cook to support dining operations. You will assist in preparation, cooking, and presentation of meals, coordinate production with serving hours, and ensure quality and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Candidates should have prior food service or culinary arts experience, knowledge of safety practices, and the ability to work as part of a team. We value reliability, effective communication, and a customer-focused attitude; must be 18+ and