Pick & Cheese Cook

Pick & Cheese • New York, NY

10d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Pick & Cheese is the world’s first cheese conveyor belt restaurant. It is a fun, modern twist on British dining that invites guests to explore and discover incredible British cheeses paired with hand-picked wines and small plates. Our mission is to make British cheese accessible, exciting, and worth celebrating daily. Now proudly part of Shaver Food Hall — a one-of-a-kind culinary destination where New York’s creativity meets global flavors — we’re looking for passionate, energetic, and hospitality-driven individuals to join our opening team.

Requirements

• 1+ year of kitchen or prep experience preferred, but a positive attitude and eagerness to learn are essential.
• A passion for great food, British cheese, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Strong attention to detail and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (Food Handler’s Certificate required upon hire).
• Team-oriented, with clear communication and a proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• In consultation with managers, maintain an appropriate volume of plates on the conveyor belt at all times, proactively responding to peak/off-peak service times.
• Monitor the length of time dishes are on the conveyor belt during quieter services, ensuring this does not exceed health & safety regulations.
• Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of menu items, specials, and ingredients, and be able to explain these to other staff members.
• Prepare and serve dishes, following company recipes and ensuring quality and presentation standards are met.
• Respond to customer queries positively and politely.
• Continuously develop knowledge of British cheese, including provenance, milk treatment, rennet type, and proper care of produce.
• Be aware of allergy information across all menu items, providing recommendations or alternatives where necessary.
• Help to ensure service is as smooth and continuous as possible.
• Monitor portion and waste control, following existing control measures.
• Keep your section clean and tidy throughout service.
• Receive deliveries and maintain the correct food storage, following First In First Out stock rotation protocol.
• Inform senior staff of stock that needs to be ordered from suppliers in a timely manner, using any existing systems.
• Support senior staff in creating and maintaining a positive, calm working environment, cooperating with all staff members and teams throughout the restaurant.
• Communicate any service-related issues to senior staff promptly.
• Maintain excellent timekeeping.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
• Look after your allocated uniform, ensuring it remains presentable.
• Maintain a proactive attitude and use your initiative whilst working, helping other team members when time allows.
• Maintain rigorous standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety.
• Encourage safe working habits and a safe working environment at all times.
• Complete daily temperature records and daily and weekly health & safety checklists.
• Ensure all H&S policies and practices, including HACCP, are adhered to.
• Dispose of waste according to company guidelines.
• Familiarize yourself with all relevant equipment, including procedures for use and safety, as well as proper care and maintenance.
• Highlight any issues concerning maintenance of H&S (bad practice, equipment faults, etc.) to senior staff in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as reasonably requested by senior staff.

Benefits

• Medical insurance available for hourly team members averaging 30+ hours per week within 90 days (or at next open enrollment).
• 401(k) eligibility after one year for individuals 21+.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed