Prep Cook — Flexible Schedules & Craft Beer Growth

Southern Tier; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral program

Flexible schedules

Product discounts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Southern Tier is seeking a Prep Cook in Buffalo, NY to join a collaborative kitchen team. You will prepare ingredients, produce, and meats with attention to recipe accuracy and portioning. The role emphasizes food safety, timely prep, and high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

You will also support event setups and maintain clean, organized workstations, following ABV standards and health codes. A strong team mindset and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ prep/line cook experience.
• Understanding of sanitation and safety procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients following a recipe and guidance.
• Prepares fresh produce and portions of meat.
• Mixes dressings and sauces per recipe.
• Maintains health, safety and hygiene compliance.
• Labels and stores food; manages time-temperature logs.
• Supports planning and execution of private events.

Skills

Prep/Line Cook experience

Teamwork

Knife skills

Food safety basics

Job description

Southern Tier is seeking a Prep Cook in Buffalo, NY to join a collaborative kitchen team. You will prepare ingredients, produce, and meats with attention to recipe accuracy and portioning. The role emphasizes food safety, timely prep, and high-quality service in a fast-paced environment.

You will also support event setups and maintain clean, organized workstations, following ABV standards and health codes. A strong team mindset and reliability are essential.