Prep Cook

Rooted Hospitality Group•Village of Patchogue, NY

28d

About The Position

Rooted Hospitality Group (RHG) is dedicated to creating a brighter world by enriching people’s lives through genuine hospitality, exceptional products and servant leadership. We are looking for like-minded, talented, integrity-driven individuals to join our journey and grow with us. As a Prep Cook, you’ll be a crucial part of our kitchen team, ensuring every dish is prepared with care, quality, and precision. Why You’ll Love This Role As a Prep Cook, you’ll bring your culinary skills, attention to detail, and teamwork to the heart of our operation—the kitchen. You’ll be responsible for preparing fresh, high-quality ingredients that contribute to memorable guest experiences. This is an opportunity to grow your culinary talents while working alongside a passionate and supportive team. What You’ll Do Maintain Freshness: Inspect food and ingredients for quality, ensuring proper rotation of stock to maintain freshness. Follow Standards: Adhere to the restaurant’s cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen policies to ensure consistency and excellence. Support Service: Stock and maintain appropriate levels of food products at line stations for a smooth service period. Prepare Ingredients: Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment. Cook with Care: Bake, roast, fry, and grill a variety of meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods as needed. Ensure Cleanliness: Keep food preparation areas, equipment, and work surfaces clean and sanitary for proper food handling. Close with Confidence: Maintain a clean work area and complete closing duties as outlined in the kitchen checklist. Collaborate & Improve: Attend employee meetings, contribute suggestions for improvement, and support team initiatives. Requirements What You’ll Bring to the Table Skills & Experience: Previous experience as a prep cook strongly preferred; must be confident with basic knife skills, station setup, and following prep lists with accuracy and efficiency. A passion for food, a strong work ethic, and culinary knowledge. Attention to Detail: The ability to multitask while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality. Physical Stamina: Comfort performing physical tasks like bending, standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 lbs during shifts. Reliability: The ability to work independently or follow specific directives with consistency. Positive Attitude: A love for the food and hospitality industry and a genuine desire to support your team. What’s in It for You? We value our team and offer: Growth Opportunities: Advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Financial Support: 401(k) matching program and flexible spending accounts. Perks: Discounted meals, and employee fitness activities. Training & Development: Gain the skills and confidence to grow in the hospitality industry. About You You’re a dedicated, detail-oriented individual who takes pride in preparing fresh, high-quality ingredients. You thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment and are eager to contribute to unforgettable guest experiences. With a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence, you’re ready to grow as a Prep Cook with RHG. Ready to bring your passion for cooking to a team that values your talent? Apply today to join RHG as a Prep Cook! Rooted Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

Requirements

Previous experience as a prep cook strongly preferred
Must be confident with basic knife skills, station setup, and following prep lists with accuracy and efficiency.
A passion for food, a strong work ethic, and culinary knowledge.
The ability to multitask while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality.
Comfort performing physical tasks like bending, standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 lbs during shifts.
The ability to work independently or follow specific directives with consistency.
A love for the food and hospitality industry and a genuine desire to support your team.

Responsibilities

Inspect food and ingredients for quality, ensuring proper rotation of stock to maintain freshness.
Adhere to the restaurant’s cooking methods, quality standards, and kitchen policies to ensure consistency and excellence.
Stock and maintain appropriate levels of food products at line stations for a smooth service period.
Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
Bake, roast, fry, and grill a variety of meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods as needed.
Keep food preparation areas, equipment, and work surfaces clean and sanitary for proper food handling.
Maintain a clean work area and complete closing duties as outlined in the kitchen checklist.
Attend employee meetings, contribute suggestions for improvement, and support team initiatives.