Job Summary: Assists cooks in the preparation of all food items for all venues.

Compensation: Hourly $19.00

• Responsible to supply assigned work station with all needed products and culinary equipment for prompt production.

• Prepares all the prep work for soups, sauces, salads, vegetables and hors d'oeuvres.

• Executes assigned culinary tasks during production and events

• Stores all food in refrigerated boxes including covers, labels and dates, using the proper containers to protect against waste and spoilage.

• Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.

• Maintains area in a clean condition at all times.

• Travel as necessary to other venues

• Assist coworkers with completion of assignments when needed

• Perform all assigned side work

• Perform any general cleaning tasks

• Keep work area clean and well organized

• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.

• Perform all reasonable requests by the management team

Required Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred

• Culinary School degree preferred

• Basic cooking knowledge preferred.

• Must have basic knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking

• Must have basic knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.

• Must have knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles, etc.

• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements and portion sizes.

• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.

• Ability to read and write the English language in order to read recipes and communicate with other team members.

• Ability to work independently or in a team setting

• Ability to communicate effectively with Team Members, management, clients and vendors if necessary.

• Ability to obtain Food Service Sanitation certificates.

• Able to work flexible schedule in order to accommodate business levels

• Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Must have completed 1 dose of a single dose series or second dose of a 2-dose series and be able to present CDC Vaccination Record Card or Excelsior Pass. * Accommodations to this requirement will be granted when legally required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions, including meeting productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance

• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces.

• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.

• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs

• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop on a consistent basis

• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slices, etc

Other Responsibilities:

• Always practice our Piers of Success

• Maintain professional appearance and behavior when in contact with guests and team members.

• Arrive to work in a perfect uniform and excellent hygiene

• Know and follow all Pier Sixty emergency, safety and health procedures.

• Follow Policies and Procedures in training manuals and Team Member handbook,

• Follow proper time keeping policies and procedures

• Follow the sign in and out procedure for keys as necessary