50 Best prep cook Jobs in Valley Stream, NY (June 2025)

Position Overview: As a Cook, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items to order, maintaining food quality and presentation, and keeping the kitchen clean and organized. Our menu requires a moderate level of culinary skill, so you'll need a solid foundation in cooking techniques and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook menu items consistently according to recipes and quality standards Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including food storage, prep areas, and cooking stations Ensure proper handling, storage, and labeling of food Work with the kitchen team to manage prep and stock levels Follow health and safety regulations at all times Collaborate with bartenders and servers to ensure timely food service Qualifications: 1–2 years of kitchen experience preferred, especially in a bar or casual dining setting Basic knife skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment Ability to follow recipes and prep lists Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

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Forest Hills Pizza

- Ensures cooking stations are sanitized and prepped with necessary tools - Prepares and stores pizza dough - Prepares pizza sauces - Orders supplies, maintains inventory, creates budgets to ensure profitable food cost - Trains other cooks in the preparation process so all meals are uniform - Checks quality of pizzas before they’re served to guests - Performs regular maintenance on kitchen equipment - Collaborates with staff on menu items - Resolves customer complaints with diplomacy - Makes sure the kitchen is clean and sanitized - Cook appetizers, like mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, garlic breads and salads

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