Prep Cook

About this position

Ambassadors Clubhouse

About
Bringing Punjabi hospitality from our Michelin star London home to the city, the menu is inspired by the culinary traditions of Northern India, from roadside stalls and family kitchens to the royal palaces of the region. A place of abundance and high spirits, Ambassadors Clubhouse New York brings well-loved signature dishes and cocktails from London as well exclusives to the Manhattan location.

Looking for prep cooks with varying experience. Open to training. Come join our unique and exceptional team!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in opening and closing procedures to prepare the kitchen for service and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout. 
• Accurately and consistently prepare ingredients (washing, chopping, portioning, marinating, etc.) for daily service and specials.
• Follow recipes and specifications provided by chefs to ensure uniformity and excellence.
• Assist in the preparation of stocks, sauces, marinades, and other foundational elements of the menu.
• Maintain proper mise en place for service stations, ensuring readiness at all times.
• Uphold fine dining standards of cleanliness, organization, and attention to detail in all prep work.
• Follow food safety protocols and NYC Department of Health regulations, including proper labeling, storage, and rotation of products.
• Operate kitchen equipment (knives, slicers, mixers, ovens, etc.) safely and effectively.
• Support line cooks and chefs during service as needed.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries, checking for quality and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions to stay informed about menu offerings, updated protocols, and industry best practices. 
• Report any health & safety issues or faulty equipment promptly to management for resolution. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1–2 years of kitchen experience, preferably in a fine dining or high-volume restaurant.
• Culinary education or equivalent hands-on training preferred.
• Strong butchery skills preferred. 
• Knowledge of basic cooking and preparation techniques.
• Ability to follow directions precisely and work efficiently in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.
• Punctual, reliable, and committed to teamwork.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant operations.
• Commitment to hospitality, teamwork, and excellence.
• Good time-management and teamwork skills.
• Pride in appearance.
• Constantly strive to improve personal and professional development.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

JKS Restaurants (dba: Ambassadors Clubhouse) is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Location

New York .

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3271022141.