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Cook

Whitfield's Restaurant BK
Brooklyn, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic to join our culinary team, bringing passion and precision to meal preparation and food service. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment. Your culinary expertise will help ensure that every dish meets our standards for taste, presentation, and safety. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic food industry setting where teamwork, creativity, and attention to detail are celebrated.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and assemble meals according to established recipes and menu plans, ensuring consistency and quality.
  • Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including knives, slicers, ovens, and other culinary tools.
  • Assist with food handling procedures to maintain proper hygiene standards and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Support food preparation activities such as slicing, dicing, portioning, and plating to meet meal specifications.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area by following cleaning schedules and safety standards in production environments.
  • Communicate effectively with kitchen staff to coordinate meal service and ensure timely delivery of dishes.
  • Follow food safety management protocols to uphold health regulations and ensure safe food handling practices at all times.

Skills

  • Proven experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide with knowledge of menu planning and food preparation techniques.
  • Strong background in food service environments such as restaurants or catering operations with a focus on safety standards.
  • Excellent knife skills with proficiency in slicing techniques necessary for efficient meal prep.
  • Knowledge of food safety practices including proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
  • Ability to operate various kitchen equipment safely while adhering to recipe adherence and portion control guidelines.
  • Effective communication skills for collaborating with kitchen staff and ensuring smooth operational flow.
  • Experience in cooking, food industry standards, and catering services is highly desirable for this role.

Join us as a where your culinary talents will shine! We value energetic team players committed to excellence in every dish served. If you thrive in fast-paced environments that demand precision, creativity, and teamwork—this is your chance to make an impact!

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22

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