Prep Cook

Savory; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality firm in New York is seeking a Prep Cook to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will focus on quality control, presentation, and hygiene while executing daily prep tasks. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits, emphasizing a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Benefits

Company-sponsored medical plans

Flexible Spending Account

Transit enrollment

Qualifications

• At least two years experience as a prep or line cook.
• Knowledge of health and safety in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily prep list as prepared by executive and sous chefs.
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace.
• Prepare all necessary items for service.

Skills

Team Player

Manual Dexterity

Knife Skills

Education

DOH Food Handler’s License

Job description

About Savory
Savory is a full-service, boutique hospitality firm on a mission to elevate the corporate dining experience, making it fresher and more reliable with a focus on quality food experiences and hospitality excellence.

At Savory, we have a common thread that resonates through everything we do: PASSION! We are passionate about the creation of our menus, where our food comes from, and, most importantly, we’re passionate about our people and the hospitality we show to our clients, our vendors, and each other. Our rapid growth has prompted us to seek qualified individuals who will add a positive impact to our team and help shape the future of Savory.


About the role
We are seeking a Prep Cookto join the Savory team. Our ideal candidate will anticipate and address the needs of the company and our client partners with a focus on order fulfillment, quality control, presentation and plating, and delivering high-end final products while maintaining a high standard of hygiene and safety in accordance with the Department of Health and Savory standards.

This role is a key addition to our growing team. Here are some examples of the primary responsibilities of our Cooks:

• Execute daily prep list as prepared by executive and sous chefs
• Maintain an organized and clean workspace: label and stock all ingredients, wash dishes, sanitize surfaces, garbage removal
• Prepare all necessary items for service: measure ingredients and seasonings; wash and chop vegetables as specified; cut meat; etc.
• Undertake basic cooking duties: reduce sauces, parboil food, prepare simple salads, sandwiches, or entrees as required
• Compliance with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
• Other kitchen duties to support the culinary team as assigned

What we’re looking for
At Savory, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re a tight-knit team of passionate, innovative culinarians who strive to live our values every day: authenticity, curiosity, collaboration, solutions, and community.

Your experience should show us the following:

• At least two years experience as a prep or line cook in a restaurant or catering entity
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety in a kitchen environment
• Skill and manual dexterity with cutting tools and kitchen utensils
• Comfort with different knife cuts
• Ability to function in a high-volume, bulk production environment
• You are a team player with a warm personality and honest values

Job requirements

• DOH Food Handler’s license preferred
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, and holidays as required
• Capability to maintain a stationary position, often standing for prolonged periods in varying temperature conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs, ability to repeatedly lift up to 25lbs

In addition to a growth-focused, positive work environment, our talented team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation ($18.00 - $20.00 per hour), commensurate with experience
• Company-sponsored medical plans, including health, dental, and vision insurance for all full-time employees
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and transit enrollment