Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Career Growth

KO EP LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision/dental/medical

401k

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Dining discounts

Job summary

KO EP LLC, operating Momofuku Prep Cook in New York, NY, is seeking an entry-level prep cook. The role supports back-of-house, prepares items per recipes, maintains sanitary kitchen, and collaborates with front-of-house to ensure smooth service.

Compensation is $20.00-$23.00 per hour, full-time, with a comprehensive benefits package including health vision dental, 401k, paid time off, and dining discounts. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work standing for long shifts.

Qualifications

• Positive and enthusiastic attitude with willingness to learn.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for food with strong work ethic.
• Ability to work well in a high-volume kitchen and team.
• Willing to take guidance and implement directions.
• Able to stand/walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner in accordance to recipe, portion control and presentation specifications
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, organization and maintenance of kitchen and culinary equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas.
• Demonstrate safe and proper use of all kitchen equipment, including knife skills.
• Maintain open and effective communication with Back of House and Front of House teams.
• Support other team members and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Food passion

Work ethic

Standing/walking

Education

2+ years prep cook experience

Job description

KO EP LLC, operating Momofuku Prep Cook in New York, NY, is seeking an entry-level prep cook. The role supports back-of-house, prepares items per recipes, maintains sanitary kitchen, and collaborates with front-of-house to ensure smooth service.

Compensation is $20.00-$23.00 per hour, full-time, with a comprehensive benefits package including health vision dental, 401k, paid time off, and dining discounts. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, reliable, and able to work standing for long shifts.