The Gathering Table - Deli Cook/Associate

Furnitureland South, Inc.; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS in Jamestown, NY is seeking a reliable Deli Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare deli items, including sandwiches, salads, soups, and specialty dishes, and maintain a clean, organized workstation.

You will slice and arrange meats and cheeses with precision, ensure portion control, and help with catering orders. The role requires standing, bending, and comfortable with hot kitchen conditions while upholding food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have proven deli cook or line cook experience.
• Strong knowledge of food prep techniques and portion control.
• Ability to operate deli equipment safely (slicers, ovens, induction burners, mixer).
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook deli menu items, including sandwiches, salads, soups, and specials.
• Slice, portion, and arrange meats, cheeses, and ingredients with precision.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of deli and kitchen areas.
• Minimize food waste and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Provide friendly service to customers and assist with catering orders.
• Work in a hot, fast-paced kitchen and handle walk-in cooler and freezer.

Skills

Deli cook experience

Food preparation techniques

Portion control

Multitasking

Time management

Safe equipment operation

Education

Food handler's certification

Tools

Slicer

Ovens

Induction burners

Mixer

Job description

Job purposeWe are seeking a skilled and reliable Deli Cook to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will prepare high-quality dishes according to our recipes, maintain a clean and organized workstation, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.Essential Functions and responsibilitiesPrepare and cook deli menu items, including sandwiches, salads, soups, and specialty dishes.Slice, portion, and arrange meats, cheeses, and other ingredients with precision.Maintain cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of the deli and kitchen areas.Minimize food wasteEnsure compliance with food safety regulations and company standards.Provide friendly, efficient service to customers and assist with special catering orders.Working conditionsPosition requires bending, standing, and walking during shift.Comfortable working in hot and busy kitchen conditions.Comfortable with walk – in cooler and freezerComfortable with the handling of Sharp Knives and other commercial kitchen equipmentPhysical requirementsAbility to stand for extended periods.Capability to lift up to 50 lbs.Required Education and ExperienceProven experience as a deli cook, line cook, or similar culinary role.Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, portion control, and presentation.Ability to operate deli equipment (slicers, ovens, induction burners, mixer) safely.Excellent time management and multitasking skills.Food handler’s certification or equivalent preferred.