Prep Cook

2 years

QUALITY ITALIAN is seeking experienced Full and Part Time Prep Cooks to join our team!

Position Summary: As a Prep Cook at Quality Italian, you have a foundational understanding of culinary preparation, excellent time management skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for prepping ingredients, maintaining a clean and organized station, and supporting overall kitchen operations, while consistently upholding the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and teamwork.

Position Requirements:

• Report on time to assigned kitchen station and be prepared for immediate duties as directed by the Manager on Duty (MOD).
• Perform food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables, making stocks, and preparing sauces.
• Support kitchen operations by handling tasks like organizing food deliveries, cleaning, and setting up sanitation stations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and adhere to all state and CDC food safety and hygiene guidelines.
• Ensure a clean, well-stocked, and organized work station throughout the entire shift.
• Comply with company uniform, hygiene, and food handling policies at all times.
• Be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and working on your feet with frequent bending, reaching, and stooping during the full shift.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with chefs and team members; follow directions and work collaboratively.
• Possess basic culinary knowledge, strong multitasking skills, and a commitment to teamwork and safety in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Benefits Include:

• Enhanced Mental Health & Health Care options for all employees, FT/PT without weekly contribution
• Medical, Dental, Vision options with Cigna for FT employees
• Transit and Parking Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Dining Discounts & Staff Meals

All candidates must have availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Quality Branded is a Midtown-based restaurant group in New York City, founded by Michael Stillman in 2006. The group is comprised of Midtown staples and fixtures in the citys dining landscape: Smith & Wollensky NYC, Quality Meats, Quality Italian, Quality Bistro, Don Angie, Zou Zous & Chez Zou, Bad Roman, San Sabino, and Twin Tails. Quality Branded is known for its buzzy, energetic spaces and warm hospitality, signature dishes, and tableside flair.

Quality Branded provides equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment.

Compensation: Hourly ($17.00 - $22.00)

Benefits & Perks: Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Dependability

Time Management

Ability to Follow Safety Protocols

Positive Attitude

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