Prep Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen, Growth & Perks

bartaco; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Meal discounts

Paid time off

Health insurance

Wellness benefits

Student loan assistance

Job summary

bARTACO in New York, NY is seeking a Prep Cook to support a fast-paced kitchen and uphold quality standards. You will prepare ingredients, keep stations stocked, and assist with receiving and setup to ensure smooth service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexibility, with opportunities for growth in a vibrant, guest-focused environment. Bartaco offers competitive pay and benefits as part of our culture-driven team.

Qualifications

• Previous prep cook or fast-paced kitchen experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment, cooking methods, and food safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with willingness to learn and help wherever needed.
• Flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays).

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and food items according to bartaco’s recipes and quality standards.
• Keep the kitchen stocked with fresh, high-quality ingredients for service.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing deliveries.
• Set up and break down prep stations each shift.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe prep area following food safety standards.
• Support the kitchen team to ensure smooth service flow.
• Pitch in with other kitchen tasks as needed to create memorable dining experiences.

Skills

Prep cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Job description

bARTACO in New York, NY is seeking a Prep Cook to support a fast-paced kitchen and uphold quality standards. You will prepare ingredients, keep stations stocked, and assist with receiving and setup to ensure smooth service.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and flexibility, with opportunities for growth in a vibrant, guest-focused environment. Bartaco offers competitive pay and benefits as part of our culture-driven team.