Prep Cook

The Job:

Prep cook

The Place:

Palma is a 22 year old family owned gem located at 28 Cornelia Street in the West Village. We are a bustling traditional Italian restaurant that has very unique events capabilities.

Job essential responsibilities:

• Prepare food for service; portioning, chopping, and storing food before use
• Follow a prep list with working knowledge of ingredients and Palma's recipes
• Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards
• Replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as needed
• Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled and handled following FIFO (first in, first out)
• Follow Palma's policies and guidelines

Your skills and experience:

• 2+ years in a similar position within an upscale dining environment
• Ability to follow an accurate prep schedule
• Excellent command of kitchen techniques, from portionin to manipulation of market produce
• High standards for cleanliness of workspace and service areas
• Knowledge of Italian cuisine a plus
• DOH certificate required
• Ability to work independently as well as a team leader
• Excellent verbal & non-verbal communication skills
• Impeccable attention to detail

Please note: this position has potential for growth within our organization for the right candidate.
Benefits & Perks: Dining Discounts

We are an equal opportunity employer & value diversity & inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Food Preparation

Time Management

Portioning

Team Collaboration

Chopping

Adaptability

Food Storage

Problem Solving

Following Prep List

Ingredient Knowledge

Customer Service Orientation

Maintaining Cleanliness

Quality Control

Organizational Skills

Safety Awareness

Adhering to Safety Practices

Creativity in Food Preparation

Following Food Safety Standards

Ability to Multitask

Inventory Management

Work Ethic

Labeling

Leadership Skills

Following FIFO

Cultural Awareness

Kitchen Techniques

Attention to Health Standards

Italian Cuisine Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Team Leadership

Verbal Communication Skills

Non Verbal Communication Skills

Attention to Detail