Prep Cook

LARCHMONT YACHT CLUB•Village of Larchmont, NY

7d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Larchmont Yacht Club is seeking a skilled and dependable Prep Cook to support daily food preparation and production across member dining outlets, banquets, and special events. Working under the direction of the Executive Chef and Banquet Chef, the Prep Cook prepares ingredients, follows recipes, maintains organized workstations, and ensures the culinary team has what it needs for successful service. This is a year-round opportunity for experienced Prep Cooks, culinary school graduates, and motivated kitchen professionals who want to strengthen their skills alongside experienced chefs in a professional, team-oriented environment. The Club's culinary operations include everyday member dining, seasonal outdoor venues, weddings, regattas, private celebrations, and large-scale events.

Requirements

One to two years of professional kitchen or food preparation experience preferred.
Culinary school education or equivalent hands-on kitchen experience preferred.
Working knowledge of basic knife skills, food preparation techniques, and kitchen equipment.
Ability to follow standardized recipes and production instructions accurately.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
Understanding of safe food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.
Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Ability to stand and remain active for extended periods.
Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent bending, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motions.
Ability to work safely around hot equipment, sharp utensils, and kitchen machinery.
Comfort working in a warm, humid, and fast-paced professional kitchen environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in banquet production or high-volume kitchens.
Food safety or ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables, sauces, stocks, and other ingredients according to established recipes and production standards.
Complete daily preparation assignments accurately, efficiently, and within established timelines.
Measure, portion, label, date, and store ingredients properly to maintain quality and food safety.
Support food preparation for à la carte dining, banquets, private events, and seasonal outdoor dining operations.
Assist culinary stations with replenishment and additional preparation during busy service periods.
Maintain consistent standards for ingredient quality, freshness, and presentation.
Set up, maintain, and break down preparation stations before, during, and after service.
Keep workstations, equipment, and storage areas clean, stocked, and organized.
Monitor ingredient levels and communicate shortages or product concerns to culinary leadership.
Follow established opening, closing, and daily production procedures.
Assist with receiving, rotating, and properly storing food deliveries.
Help minimize food waste through proper handling, portioning, and storage practices.
Follow food safety procedures, sanitation standards, and applicable health department regulations.
Maintain proper food temperatures, labeling, storage, and handling practices.
Operate knives, slicers, mixers, and other kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment throughout each shift.
Participate in routine cleaning, deep cleaning, and kitchen maintenance activities as assigned.
Work collaboratively with chefs, cooks, and other kitchen team members to support efficient daily operations.
Follow instructions carefully and communicate clearly regarding preparation needs, timing, and product availability.
Remain organized and focused while managing multiple assignments.
Participate in training opportunities and kitchen meetings.
Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a willingness to assist wherever needed.
Perform other related culinary duties as assigned by kitchen leadership.