Are you ready to be part of New York City’s most exciting summer destination? We're looking for enthusiastic hospitality professionals to join our team this season at the SEAPORT!
Discover endless opportunities from crafting delicious cocktails with a view and delivering best-in-class culinary experiences, to being able to experience award winning artists perform on our stage. Every role plays a vital part in creating unforgettable moments for our guests. If you thrive in high-energy environments, deliver outstanding service with a smile, and are passionate about creating memorable experiences, we want you on our team.
Note that most roles are seasonal and estimated to last approximately 6 months in duration from mid April – October, subject to change based on business seasonality.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing food according to the chef’s specifications and ensuring stations are set up for menu.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Prepare food for service including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use

· Maintain an accurate prep list with thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation

· Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards

· Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as needed

· Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet Malibu Farm standards

· Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out)

· Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company

· Must be able to maintain a schedule availability flexible to the business demands

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested

· Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines

· Consistently report to scheduled shifts on time and ready to work in proper uniform

· Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company

· Performs other duties and responsibilities as per business need

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

· Minimum 1 year of experience in a high-volume, fast paced kitchen

· Culinary degree and/or certificate highly desirable

· Must have excellent knife skills with proficiency in all aspects of cooking

· Demonstrated experience with various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures

· Ability to follow and execute recipes to designated specifications

· Ability to think quickly and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

· Ability to take direction and execute

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills conducive to a productive teamwork environment

· High standards for cleanliness of workspace and service areas

· Ability to work in an ever-changing environment

· Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

· Strong work ethic and customer-focused approach

· Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays

· Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently, safely, and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.?????

· Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.????

· Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50 pounds on a regular basis.

· Ability to stand for prolong periods of time.?????

· Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the property.? Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.?????

· Climbing steps regularly.????

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is $16.00-$19.00 per hour. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.

Creative Culinary Management is an equal opportunity employer.