Catering Prep Cook

Catering Prep Cook

Olivier Cheng Catering and Events

16 Vestry Street, New York, NY 10013, United States

Full/Part Time Hourly ($22.00 - $26.00)

Expires: Jul 24, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY:

The catering prep chef is responsible for assisting culinary team with daily food production in our commissary kitchen. We are seeking passionate skilled individuals with an excellent work ethic, who are highly organized, possess consistent knife skills and ability to execute recipes while working cleanly. The ideal applicant should want to be a part of a dedicated team in a fast-paced environment and are responsible team players with strong multi-tasking skills.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Good culinary skills. Formal culinary training preferred but not mandatory

At least 3 years kitchen experience preferably in fine dining restaurants and or high-end caterers

Must be creative, innovative and have high quality standards

Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures

Excellent knife skills

Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

Good understanding of inventory system and recipe standardization

Ability to follow and scale recipes as needed

Strong understanding of all sanitation standards and DOH food protection Certifiication is a plus but not mandatory

Shows initiative, is a self-motivated flexible team player

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies

Prepare food for events (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)

Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff

Answer, report and follow Sous Chef's and Chef's instructions

Clean up station and properly restock product appropriately after use

Ensure that food is executed maintaining our high-quality standards and in a timely fashion

Properly label and date all food preparations

Comply with HAACP regulation and safety standards

Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Ensure menu items are labeled and packed appropriately for designated events

The ability to reach, bend, stoop frequently and lift up to 50 pounds

The ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time and have weekend and holiday availability pending production flow

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($22.00 - $26.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k, Commuter Benefits

Required Skills

Culinary Skills

Teamwork

Knife Skills

Problem Solving

Recipe Standardization

Sanitation Standards

DOH Food Protection Certification

Food Preparation