Prep Cook

Are you a skillful, professional, and dedicated cook looking for a positive, welcoming, and fast-paced work environment? Do you want highly competitive pay and benefits, a steady schedule, and teammates and chefs who have your back? Are you looking for a workplace where you can grow and thrive? Then a PREP COOK role at Lobster Place Seafood Hall is a great opportunity for you.

About Us

• We are a unique, beloved operation that includes the Michelin-acclaimed Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar and the one-of-a-kind Lobster Place Seafood Hall, all under one roof.
• Our seafood-focused menu, high-quality food, and human-centered hospitality helps make us the most visited food destination in Chelsea Market.
• We’ve been taking care of our guests and each other since 1974 – and we’re proud of a culture that emphasizes both excellence and compassion.
  
  

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly rate of $19/hr
• Paid breaks.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance benefits.
• Company paid life insurance.
• 401K plan w/ company match.
• In addition to Paid Sick Leave, Lobster Place provides generous paid time off depending on position and tenure.
• Employee Discounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Referral Program- $600 Bonus if you refer a successful hire.
• Employee Assistance Program to help promote well-being and enhance quality of life for you and your family.
  
  

About You

• You take pride in making great food.
• You value a workplace where you look out for your co-workers, and they look out for you.
• You want to learn and grow while balancing your personal life with a good-paying job.
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities (include But Are Not Limited To)

• Prepares mise-en-place for kitchen workstations.
• May work kitchen Garde manger station.
• Maintains accurate prep lists.
• Inspects and tastes all of ingredients for quality control.
• Presents excellent food for service.
• Coordinates pick-ups and plating with other cooks and Chefs.
• Communicates with Chefs and other cooks before, during and after service.
• Cleans and sanitizes work area and maintains designated cooler space.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Understanding and experience in restaurant hospitality and fine dining.
• 1-2 years professional kitchen experience.
• Willingness to learn and retain knowledge.
• Good time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines.
• Understanding of NYC health department codes.
  
  

LP Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and building a workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is determined based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.