Restaurant Prep Cook

NYC, NY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $17.00 - $19.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Split Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Training and development opportunities

Team-oriented work environment

Job Description

Cornbread is a vibrant and well-established restaurant known for delivering exceptional dining experiences through its commitment to quality, passion for Southern cuisine, and a welcoming atmosphere. As a key player in the hospitality industry, Cornbread combines traditional cooking methods with innovative culinary techniques to delight its customers. The restaurant prides itself on maintaining high standards of food safety, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence, which are reflected in every role within the team. With a focus on teamwork, employee growth, and community engagement, Cornbread fosters a supportive environment that encourages professional development and continuous improvement.

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Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
minimum 1 year of experience as a prep cook or related role
valid Food Handlers certificate or Serv Safe certification within 30 days of employment
ability to lift and carry 50+ pounds
capability to stand for extended periods
strong attention to detail and organizational skills
ability to work in fast-paced kitchen environment
willingness to work indoors and occasionally outdoors
good communication skills
reliable and punctual
commitment to safety and cleanliness standards

Job Qualifications

Food service: 1 year as a prep cook or similar role
proficiency in technology, writing, reading
people skills: dealing with a team proactively, professionally, and positively
ownership: takes initiative, personally drives and takes pride in business
food handlers certificate within 30 days or Serv Safe equivalent
ability to lift 50+ lbs, operate carts, and hand trucks, and stand for long periods
able to be detail-oriented, organized, safety-minded, trustworthy, and efficient
able to work indoors and sometimes outdoors throughout the shift

Job Duties

Manage all types of food and food products to prepare and present for dining customers
follow all Cornbread Standard Operating Procedures to properly and efficiently prep and prepare all hot and cold food to the DOH and Cornbread's standards
perform basic cooking tasks such as stirring, straining, and parboiling food and reducing sauces
measure seasonings, condiments, and ingredients for use in cooking
complete shift work (opening and closing checklists) thoroughly per department standards
work as a team with the management staff by performing routine cleaning and basic upkeep of the front and the back of the house
perform general duties associated with setting up and breaking down stations throughout the kitchen and restaurant to start or close a shift as directed
rotate, label, and date all products to minimize waste and spoilage
inform the Chef on Duty of any sub-par product and safety issues as they arise
maintain all kitchen equipment in clean working order at all times and escalate any issues to leadership
practice safe and clean work habits to avoid injury to self and others
maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment
use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely
update knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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