Prep Cook

Myers-Chang-1; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401k with generous match

Staff meal policy

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Myers + Chang in Boston, MA is seeking a Prep Cook to join a fast-paced kitchen. The role reports to Executive and Sous Chefs and supports daily production while upholding culinary systems and high standards.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year in a professional kitchen, a strong work ethic, and a passion for Asian cuisine. The position requires mornings, afternoons, weekends, and some evenings, with a starting rate of $16.50/hour.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a professional kitchen; prep cook preferred.
• Strong work ethic; organized; positive team contributor.
• Passion for Asian cuisine; eager to learn new dishes and ingredients.
• Follow health, sanitation, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain strict allergen protocols across stations.
• Maintain grooming and uniform standards.
• Stand for long periods; able to lift <50 lbs; physical stamina.
• Flexible scheduling: mornings, afternoons, weekends; some evenings.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily prep lists and assigned tasks.
• Maintain open communication with team members.
• Keep station clean and organized; perform end-of-shift clean-up.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of all prepared items.
• Follow allergen protocols during prep.
• Provide hospitality to guests as needed.
• Keep walk-in cooler/freezer and kitchen areas organized.
• Follow food safety storage guidelines with proper labeling and FIFO.
• Assist teammates with other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Strong work ethic

Organization

Team environment

Asian cuisine

Willing to learn

Food safety

Allergen protocols

Grooming standards

Physical stamina

Flexible scheduling

Urgency

Hospitality

Receptive to feedback

Team player

Job description

Myers + Change - Prep Cook - 1145 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02118

At Myers + Chang, ours is a simple endeavor - to provide a dining experience unlike anything else in Boston and an environment that fosters teamwork and career growth in a positive atmosphere. We are a neighborhood restaurant doing our own thing with great ingredients and a lovely gathering of people. We are “Asian-ish,” if you need a label. We focus on using quality ingredients, teamwork, and internal hospitality by being polite to each other, by saying “yes,” “welcome back,” and “thank you” as enthusiastically as we can. We proudly provide a safe and inclusive environment for our staff and guests. At Myers + Chang, we work hard as a team, have high-quality standards, and offer opportunities to learn and grow in your career in a supportive environment.

The Role:

The Prep directly reports to the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. The Prep cook should expect to be given daily direction by the BOH Supervisor, and Front-of-House managers. The Prep cook is responsible for producing incredible products in the kitchen while also learning and following the established culinary systems of the kitchen. The Prep cook must work closely with other cooks to complete daily production lists and ensure superior food production.

Success in this role requires incredible time management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining a positive attitude. Precision, patience, resourcefulness, and a passion for good food are also essential.

This position may sometimes involve emptying trash, removing, washing, and re-stocking dishes, glasses, utensils, kitchenware, and any other required items throughout the restaurant. The Prep Cook plays a vital role in the restaurant's success.

Day-to-Day Performance Expectations:

• Completion of tasks and prep lists as assigned
• Maintain open lines of communication with all team members
• Maintain a clean and organized station throughout the shift, including a thorough cleaning when leaving. (i.e., end of shift or closing)
• Ensure the proper accuracy and quality of all items that you prepare.
• Prep products while adhering to the kitchen's strict allergen protocols
• Responsible for giving great hospitality to guests(waving hello, waving goodbye, smiling, etc.) if necessary.
• Clean & Organize the walk-in cooler and freezer, and any other areas of the restaurant as needed
• Follow all food safety storage guidelines consistently, including using proper containers with labels, dates, initials, and FIFOing.
• Assist teammates with any other task as assigned

Skills for Qualification:

• At least 1 year of experience working in a professional kitchen environment, prior prep cook experience preferred, but not necessary
• Must possess a strong work ethic, be well-organized, and be able to contribute to a positive work environment
• Must have a passion for Asian cuisine and/or be eager to learn new and unique dishes and ingredients
• Ability to follow all health, sanitary, and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of all the essential systems in each station to be able to maintain the kitchen's strict allergen protocols
• Ability to maintain grooming and uniform standards
• Ability to stand for long periods, walk, push, pull, reach, and lift < 50 lbs.
• Must have scheduling availability to work in the mornings, afternoons, and weekends. Evening shifts may be needed upon request

Skills for Qualification:

• Great sense of urgency and hospitality
• Able to take feedback and direction
• Willing to work as a team and help out wherever needed
• Ability to maintain grooming and uniform standards
• Ability to stand for long periods, walk, push, pull, reach, and lift < 50 lbs.
• Must have flexible scheduling availability, primarily afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Compensation:

The current starting rate for this position is $16.50, with a range of $16.50-$22.00.

Additional Information:

Myers + Chang offers a fantastic work environment, an unparalleled commitment to training to make you a better team member! We offer benefits such as health/dental/vision insurance, 401k with a generous match, and a great staff meal policy. We offer a real commitment to growth – both in your skill/knowledge and growing into more senior positions if that is an interest of yours!