Prep Cook

Confidential employer | Staten Island, New York, NY Full-time On-site $ 19 - 27 per hour
The Prep Cook assists kitchen staff with the preparation of ingredients and maintains a clean, organized work area in a Staten Island food service setting. Daily duties commonly include washing, peeling, chopping, measuring, portioning, and labeling ingredients, as well as preparing sauces, salads, and other menu components according to instructions. The position may also involve restocking supplies, dating and rotating food, sanitizing tools and surfaces, and supporting line cooks during busy meal periods. Employers typically look for basic kitchen experience, the ability to follow recipes and food safety practices, good communication, and dependable attendance. A strong sense of pace and teamwork is important in a commercial kitchen. Physical demands are customary and may include standing for long periods, lifting moderate weights, working in hot or cold conditions, and using sharp tools safely. This is a full-time position with a schedule that may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on operational needs.
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