Prep Cook

The Halal Shack; City of Troy (NY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay

Dynamic Environment

Career Growth

Job summary

The Halal Shack, located in New York, seeks a Prep Leader to manage daily prep and uphold quality in a fast-paced, authentic fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean kitchen.

You will lead heavy prep, maintain recipe integrity, work with fresh ingredients, and collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service while upholding hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as prep cook or similar in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent knife skills and attention to detail.
• Team player with strong communication in a kitchen.
• Passion for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors.

Responsibilities

• Lead all heavy prep for the day to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain consistency and quality by following recipes and standards.
• Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients for dishes.
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen team for seamless operations.
• Keep prep area clean and adhere to food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Knife skills

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Cuisine passion

Job description

Flexible Schedule: Enjoy working 32 weeks during the school term with 20 weeks off when school is closed, or choose to work with our corporate training team and assist with new store openings over the summer!

Competitive Pay: Hourly rate with monthly bonus potential.

Dynamic Environment: Thrive in a lively, student-focused atmosphere at our authentic fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant.

Career Growth: Opportunity for growth in a supportive and engaging work environment.

Your Role:

• Prep Leader: Lead all heavy prep for the day, ensuring everything is ready for a smooth and efficient service.
• Maintain Excellence: Ensure consistency and adherence to recipes and quality standards while prepping ingredients.
• Ingredient Mastery: Work with fresh, high-quality ingredients to prepare veggies, proteins, sauces, and other components needed for dishes.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure everything runs seamlessly and efficiently.
• Hygiene Standards: Follow food safety and hygiene protocols diligently, maintaining a clean and organized prep area.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experienced Cook: Proven experience as a prep cook or in a similar kitchen role in a fast-paced environment.
• Skillful and Efficient: Excellent knife skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work quickly without compromising quality.
• Team Player: Strong communication and teamwork abilities to work effectively with the kitchen crew.
• Passion for Cuisine: Enthusiasm for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, with an eagerness to contribute to creating delicious dishes.

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