Prep Cook

Virgin Hotels Central Services LLC • New York, NY

35d • $0 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Food and Beverage areas are sure to impress! This won’t just be a restaurant, or a hotel banquet operation. It will be a culinary hub for gatherings and entertaining. Open for all meal periods and late night snacks. Our goal is to create an ambiance where locals and visitors feel at home and we always have something up our sleeve to impress. This is achieved with a solid grounded team lead by a seasoned hospitality professional. This position is made for someone who is a hard worker and is driven by learning and excitement to create memorable cuisine for a great guest experience each and every day. This person executes recipes that directly impact every outlet of the hotel.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• At least 1-2 years of food prep experience.
• Great team player with the ability to create excellent working relationships across the group.
• Ability to adapt to change in menus and concept.
• Strong communication skills to all team members.
• Knife skills are a must.
• Creativity and innovation are essential.
• Product knowledge.
• Ability to find solutions before problems arise.
• Knowledge of weights and measurements.
• Prepping all menu items and other back of the house duties as assigned.
• Ability to think on their feet and use initiative to solve problems and deliver solutions.
• Compliance with all safety and health department procedures.
• Ensuring proper temperature procedures are always in place.
• Ability to change direction and work on multiple project aspects at once as needed.
• Behavior consistent with Virgin Hotels Core Values: Fun, innovative, original and personable, and striving to deliver high quality and brilliant customer service.
• Current, legal and unrestricted ability to work in the United States.
• Food Service Handler Card that is currently valid for a minimum of at least 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• 1-2 years’ experience in restaurant or hotels.

Responsibilities

• Preparing recipes that come off your line, ensuring consistency in taste and quality.
• Prepping the line for service, handling various cuisines across all hotel outlets.
• Communicating effectively with teammates on the line and other stations.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to health codes and sanitation standards.
• Working collaboratively as part of a team, treating all members with respect and assisting where needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed