Line Cook

Production Cook (Commissary Kitchen), Full-Time | Brooklyn, NY

We’re hiring a full-time Production Cook for our Brooklyn commissary. This is a production role focused on consistent execution, accuracy, and clean systems. You’ll work from written production sheets (specs) to prep and batch-cook components for catering menus.

This role is a strong fit for someone who likes clear standards, repeatable processes, and takes pride in doing the details right.

What you’ll do

• Prep and batch production following written specs (weights, yields, portion sizes, finish standards)
• Produce sauces, dressings, and components (mixing, blending, portioning, finishing)
• Portion accurately and consistently across larger batches
• Label, date, and store product correctly (FIFO)
• Keep your station clean and organized throughout the shift
• Support packouts when needed, with careful labeling and accuracy
• Communicate clearly when something is missing, off-spec, or needs attention
• Follow food safety, allergen, and sanitation standards

What we’re looking for

Required

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written production instructions
• Consistency and care, especially with high-volume prep
• A steady pace with good organization and cleanliness
• Clear communication and a respectful team mindset
• Dependable attendance and punctuality

Nice to have

• Experience in a production kitchen, commissary, catering, or high-volume prep setting
• NYC Food Protection Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Familiarity with labeling systems, packouts, and basic inventory organization
• Comfort scaling recipes and working with batch yields

Pay

To be transparent about level and expectations, this position is scoped as a production cook role. Compensation will be discussed based on experience.

Schedule

Full-time role based in our Brooklyn commissary. Shifts are set in advance. Catering production can include early starts and occasional weekend availability. We’ll confirm the exact schedule early in the process.

Culture and environment

Our commissary is structured and collaborative. We value clear systems, clean work, and steady execution. The tone is professional and straightforward, with direct communication and a team approach to getting the work done well.

Work conditions

• Standing for most of the shift
• Lifting and carrying kitchen containers and deliveries (up to ~50 lbs at times)
• Working with hot equipment, cold storage, sharp tools, and commercial kitchen equipment

How to apply

Send a short note and/or resume with:

• Your recent kitchen experience and what you produced day-to-day
• The type of production work you’ve done most (batching, sauces, prep, portioning, packouts)
• Your availability and earliest start date

If you’re reliable, organized, and enjoy production work that’s consistent and to spec, we’d like to hear from you.