Line Cook/ Prep

Tim Ho Wan East Village; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tim Ho Wan East Village is seeking a Junior Cook to join the kitchen team. You will assist in the preparation, cooking, and plating of dim sum and related dishes, and learn traditional dim sum techniques through on-the-job training to meet the restaurant's quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to food safety guidelines, and flexibility to work a fast-paced shift, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff in Mandarin or English.
• Prior experience in a Chinese kitchen is encouraged.
• Strong teamwork and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn dim sum preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and production of dim sum and other menu items.
• Follow recipes and instructions from the Head Chef or Senior Chefs.
• Handle ingredients, including cutting, marinating, and portioning.
• Support daily mise en place and replenishment of food supplies.

Skills

Bilingual English-Mandarin

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Summary

As a Junior Cook, you will assist the kitchen team in the preparation, cooking, and plating of various dim sum and related dishes. Through on-the-job training, you will learn and develop traditional dim sum-making skills while ensuring all food produced meets the company’s standards for quality, taste, and food safety.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Cooking

• Assist in the preparation and production of dim sum and other menu items.


• Follow recipes and instructions from the Head Chef or Senior Chefs.


• Handle ingredients, including cutting, marinating, and portioning.


• Support daily mise en place and replenishment of food supplies.

Hygiene & Safety

• Ensure all food items are stored and handled properly according to safety standards.


• Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of workstations, utensils, and kitchen equipment.


• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene guidelines (e.g., HACCP standards).


• Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients.

Teamwork & Training

• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service operations.


• Be open to training and rotation across different dim sum preparation sections.


• Follow kitchen instructions and support team members when required.

Job Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen staff in Mandarin or English to understand instructions, coordinate food preparation, and maintain workplace safety.


• Preferably at least 1 year of experience in a Chinese kitchen.


• Basic knowledge of Chinese cuisine or a strong interest in learning dim sum preparation.


• Basic knife skills and knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices.


• Willing to take direction, eager to learn, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.


• Good teamwork, positive attitude, and professional work habits.


• Able to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

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