Line Cook: Precision Prep & Plating Wizard

SA Hospitality Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Hospitality Group in New York, NY is seeking a line cook responsible for prepping food and plating dishes under the chef’s direction. You will maintain quality and pace in a fast-paced kitchen while adhering to safety standards.

Your duties include weighing ingredients, inspecting areas for sanitary practices, cooking methods, portioning and garnishing, and assisting other cooks during rush periods. Strong English communication and ability to lift up to 30 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and safe handling.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume kitchen.
• Good English communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or judgment using kitchen tools.
• Inspect preparation and serving areas for safe, sanitary practices.
• Turn or stir foods for even cooking.
• Season and cook foods according to recipes or judgment and experience.
• Observe and test foods for doneness by tasting, smelling, or probing.
• Portion, arrange, garnish, and serve food to staff or guests.
• Substitute for or assist other cooks during rush periods or emergencies.
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables for prep.
• Estimate food consumption and requisition or procure supplies.

Skills

Teamwork

Uniform hygiene

Time management

English communication

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

SA Hospitality Group in New York, NY is seeking a line cook responsible for prepping food and plating dishes under the chef’s direction. You will maintain quality and pace in a fast-paced kitchen while adhering to safety standards.

Your duties include weighing ingredients, inspecting areas for sanitary practices, cooking methods, portioning and garnishing, and assisting other cooks during rush periods. Strong English communication and ability to lift up to 30 lbs are required.