The Cold Station / Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation and plating of cold dishes, including salads, appetizers, and desserts, as well as supporting overall kitchen prep work. This role ensures quality, consistency, and presentation while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare and plate cold menu items such as salads, charcuterie, chilled appetizers, and desserts according to restaurant standards
Wash, chop, portion, and store ingredients needed for service
Ensure station is stocked, organized, and clean before, during, and after each shift
Follow recipes and plating guidelines with accuracy and attention to detail
Label and date all prepped items and follow proper food storage and rotation procedures (FIFO)
Support hot line and kitchen team with additional prep as needed
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, complying with all health and safety regulation
Communicate clearly with kitchen team and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service
Assist with inventory counts and reporting low stock items to chefs or supervisors
Qualifications:
Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role preferred
Strong knife skills and understanding of cold food handling
Ability to follow instructions, multitask, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe certification a plus)
Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods of time
Core Competencies:
Attention to detail
Reliability and punctuality
Cleanliness and organization
Team-oriented attitude
Willingness to learn and adapt
Numbers & Facts
Location
Northport, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cook Dishesunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
FIFOunmatched
Food Safetyunmatched
Inventory Reportsunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Plating Processesunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Restaurantunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Sanitationunmatched
ServSafe Certificationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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