What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Cook/Prep Cook position at Princeton Terrace Club?
About the Position
Princeton Terrace Club is seeking a dependable and hardworking Line Cook/Prep cook to join our kitchen team. We provide daily meal service and special event dining for our undergraduate members and guests.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in preparing quality food, and can maintain a positive and professional attitude in a busy kitchen environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook food according to recipes and direction from the Executive Chef
- Set up and maintain assigned cooking and prep stations.
- Prepare meats, vegetables, sauces, and other ingredients for daily meal service.
- Operate grills, ovens, fryers, sauté stations, and other commercial kitchen equipment.
- Ensure that food is prepared consistently, safely, and at the proper temperature.
- Assist with breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events as scheduled.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation.
- Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and allergen procedures.
- Assist with receiving and storing deliveries when needed.
- Work cooperatively with chefs, kitchen staff, management, and other club employees.
- Assist with additional kitchen duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Previous restaurant, line cook, prep cook, catering, or institutional kitchen experience preferred.
- Basic knowledge of food preparation and commercial kitchen equipment.
- Ability to follow recipes and instructions.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Positive attitude and ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to work efficiently during busy meal periods.
- ServSafe certification is a plus.
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and special events as needed.
Physical Requirements
Candidates should be able to stand for extended periods, bend and reach as necessary, work safely around hot equipment and sharp utensils, and lift up to approximately 40–50 pounds when required.
Compensation
$19.00 per hour
About Princeton Terrace Club
Princeton Terrace Club is one of Princeton University's eating clubs. Our kitchen team provides meals and hospitality to club members and guests throughout the academic year, including regular meal service, special dinners, alumni functions, and club events.
We take pride in a team-oriented workplace and are looking for employees who value reliability, professionalism, quality, and great service.
Princeton Terrace Club is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19