Cook

City of New York•New York, NY

10d•$64,500 - $64,500•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Executive Chef, the Cook is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals for the Mayor, the Mayor’s family, and their guests for daily service, events, and official functions. Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding the Mayor, Principals, guests, and household operations. The role requires experience with multiple cuisines with a focus on South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine. The Cook prepares meals according to established menus, recipes, and instructions while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and presentation. All preparation is based on direction from culinary leadership. The ability to follow directions from culinary leadership with consistency, professionalism, discretion, and flexibility. Work schedules may change on short notice based on operational needs.

Requirements

Strong knife skills.
Safe and confident handling of kitchen equipment.
Proven experience thriving in fast paced culinary environments.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to adapt quickly to shifting kitchen demands.
Fully flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and short notice shifts.
Ability to follow directions well and work cooperatively as part of a team.
Willingness to take on all kitchen duties, from food preparation to cleaning and dishwashing, while maintaining a professional, respectful, and structured approach in every aspect of your work.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
NYC Food Handler Certificate required.
3+ years professional cooking experience required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with multiple cuisines with a focus on South Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and present menu items as directed.
Execute mise en place and maintain food quality and consistency.
Taste and adjust food as instructed.
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
Receive, store, and inventory food and supplies.
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, equipment, refrigeration, storage, and the Mayor’s designated kitchen items.
Operate kitchen equipment safely (ovens, grills, fryers, slicers, mixers, dishwashers, etc.).
Assist with catered service, events, and special functions.
Perform dishwashing, cleaning, and kitchen sanitation duties.
Follow direction from the Senior Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef.
Perform other duties as assigned.