Prep Cook - Times Square NYC

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Flexible schedules

Paid on-the-job training

Meal discounts

Real advancement opportunities

WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Ass

Job summary

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar in New York is hiring a Prep Cook to support kitchen operations. You will prepare ingredients according to recipes and prep sheets, maintain a clean prep area, and help ensure smooth service in a team-oriented environment.

The role emphasizes organization, reliability, and a commitment to food quality, with on-the-job training and opportunities for growth within a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Stand for the full shift and move throughout kitchen.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and uphold food quality.
• Collaborate with team to support kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to recipes and prep sheets, follow proper storage and rotation.
• Maintain a clean, organized prep area and support overall kitchen operations.
• Assist cooks and line team during peak hours.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards.
• Communicate effectively with team to ensure timely service.

Skills

Stand for long shifts

Lifts up to 50 lbs

Fast-paced environment

Cleanliness & quality

Team player

Job description

Position & Perks

Applebee’s is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the kitchen running strong. If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food in a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, this role is for you.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Health care benefits (for both part-time and full-time team members)
• Flexible schedules
• Paid, on-the-job training
• Meal discounts
• Real advancement opportunities
• WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program

What You’ll Do

Prepare ingredients according to recipes and prep sheets, follow proper food storage and rotation, maintain a clean and organized prep area, and support overall kitchen operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and move throughout the entire shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• Strong attention to cleanliness and food quality
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude