Prep Cook - TAO Downtown Restaurant New York

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• TAO Savings Marketplace
• Time off and much more!

Responsible for providing a supportive role to the heart-of-house in the preparation of meals, hot and cold, and the ingredients ensuring quality, consistency, and production of all food items. Interacts with fellow employees, and supervisors in a polite and courteous and to ensure gracious hospitality. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of all team members
• Handles all food items by washing, chopping, and cutting according to recipe

specifications * Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station, the kitchen, and the entire venue

• Labels and stores all product following FIFO and company standards
• Required to check production lists and assignments
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers

while being a team player * Possesses in-depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to produce them to company standard

• Possesses general knowledge of the venue
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards
• Communicates product needs to the chefs, sous chefs, and the support staff
• Properly sets-up prep station and performs other opening/closing procedures

as directed by management, including:

• Stocks station with prescribed supplies
• Wipes down and sanitizes station
• Performs opening side-work as prescribed
• Performs closing side-work as prescribed
• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to

management.

• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable)
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while

leading by example

• Portrays a positive and professional attitude
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting

hotel environments * Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members * Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous culinary experience preferred
• Experience as a prep and/or line cook in a high-volume culinary operation

preferred

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

* Previous culinary experience preferred SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE: The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write, read, and verbally communicate
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs. with or without assistance
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds,

and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume * Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment

• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working

environment * May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required * Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards * Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner

• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

ABOUT TAO GROUP HOSPITALITY

Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. The company operates branded locations across the globe, featuring a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands including TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors. With over 25 years of industry experience, Tao Group Hospitality consistently sets the bar for guest experiences by delivering unforgettable entertainment with innovation and creativity at the core. The company strives to exceed expectations and continually reinvent the future of hospitality through its owned operations as well as joint venture and managed properties.