Prep Cook

Tap Room; Jericho (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Team environment

Be part of something bigger

Job summary

A dynamic hospitality venue in Jericho seeks motivated Prep Cooks who are eager to build skills in a fast-paced kitchen. Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, maintaining station cleanliness, and supporting the kitchen team. Ideal candidates possess food prep experience, can handle physical demands, and thrive in a busy environment. The role offers career growth, competitive salary, and a chance to be part of a passionate team dedicated to exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience as a prep or line cook is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to work in a hot, wet, humid and loud environment for long periods of time at a fast pace.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, and cutting as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned kitchen station.
• Assist cooks by providing needed ingredients and tools.
• Handle all food items by washing, chopping, and cutting according to recipe specifications.
• Label and store all products following company and safety standards.
• Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas.
• Promptly inform management when equipment is not working properly.
• Complete opening and closing checklists and assist others in opening and closing the kitchen.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes and can produce them to company standards.
• Follow all direction provided by the Kitchen Manager.
• Communicate and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Communicate product needs to line cooks, support staff, and Kitchen Manager.
• Understand and comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, police, and procedures.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and provide cooks with needed items.
• Fill in for fellow team members where needed to ensure quality and service standards are met.
• Arrive appropriately dressed and ready to work on time.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Upstream Hospitality Group is an ever-growing hospitality group that has a wide variety of tastes with a common theme holding them all together: creativity, progression, and originality. When going against the current (upstream), you set yourself apart from the rest, and that is what we strive to do in the most positive way.

We are looking for motivated Prep Cooks who are eager to build skills and grow in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Who you are

You're someone who shows up with a great attitude and a willingness to learn. You take pride in staying organized, moving with urgency, and supporting your team wherever needed.

What You’ll Do

• Wash, peel, and cut various foods to prepare for cooking.
• Prepare all items consistently to company recipes and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station and the rest of the kitchen.
• Handle all food items by washing, chopping, and cutting according to recipe specifications.
• Label and store all products following company and safety standards.
• Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas.
• Promptly inform management when equipment is not working properly.
• Complete opening and closing checklists and assist others in opening and closing the kitchen.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes and can produce them to company standards.
• Follow all direction provided by the Kitchen Manager.
• Communicate and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Communicate product needs to line cooks, support staff, and Kitchen Manager.
• Understand and comply with standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, police, and procedures.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and provide cooks with needed items.
• Fill in for fellow team members where needed to ensure quality and service standards are met.
• Arrive appropriately dressed and ready to work on time.
• All other duties as assigned.

What We’ll Need From You

• Prep or line cook experience is a plus.
• Ability to work holidays, even if your regular scheduled days do not fall on the holiday.
• Physical requirements: You must be able to do heavy lifting (up to 50lbs) and remain on your feet for up to 10 hours at a time.
• Ability to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time at a fast pace.

Why Tap Room?

• We're proud to attract hospitality-driven talent, from those building long-term careers in the industry to those who simply love the work and want to earn extra income doing what they enjoy.
• Career Growth & Development – We promote from within and provide real opportunities for advancement.
• Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure – We reward high performance and leadership.
• Work with Passionate People – Join a team that cares deeply about hospitality and loves what they do.
• Be Part of Something Bigger – Help build the future of Tap Room and leave your mark on the hospitality industry.

Upstream Restaurant Group Inc an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.