Prep Cook

Confidential employer | Staten Island, New York, NY Full-time On-site $ 19 - 27 per hour
The prep cook prepares ingredients that support smooth service across the kitchen. Responsibilities typically include washing, peeling, cutting, measuring, and portioning foods; assembling menu components; labeling and storing ingredients; and keeping prep areas clean and organized. The position may also involve following recipes, rotating stock, and helping ensure items are ready for line cooks and service staff at the proper time. Candidates should have solid knife skills or a willingness to develop them, good attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a team setting. Experience in a professional kitchen is helpful, and knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper storage practices is important. This job is physically demanding and may require standing for long periods, lifting supplies, and working in a warm, fast-paced environment. The schedule is full time and can include early shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.