Pantry Cook
Schlesinger's Steak House
Now Hiring: Experienced Pantry Cook
CREATIVE IN THE KITCHEN? MAKE BEAUTIFUL PLATES!
Schlesinger's Steakhouse — Newport News, VA
Immediate Opening | Experienced Kitchen Professionals Encouraged to Apply
You know your station. You know how to prep. And you know how to keep your cool when the tickets start flying.
Schlesinger's Steakhouse is looking for an experienced Pantry Cook who takes pride in preparation, presentation, organization, and getting the job done right.
As Newport News' premier chophouse, we serve high-quality steaks, fresh seafood, and a busy dining room that demands consistency. We're looking for someone who can step into the pantry station, own it, and keep service moving.
What You'll Do
- Prepare salads, cold appetizers, desserts, sauces, dressings, and other pantry items to recipe and presentation standards
- Handle daily prep and keep the station fully stocked and service-ready
- Maintain excellent consistency in portioning, quality, freshness, and presentation
- Work efficiently and accurately during busy dinner service
- Keep your station clean, organized, and properly stocked throughout the shift
- Properly label, date, rotate, and store ingredients
- Communicate with the culinary team and stay ahead of service needs
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen standards
- Jump in and support the team when needed
We're Looking For Someone Who
- Has previous pantry, garde manger, prep, or line cook experience
- Can confidently manage a pantry station during a busy service
- Understands the importance of prep, organization, timing, and consistency
- Takes pride in food quality and presentation
- Works quickly without sacrificing accuracy
- Can follow recipes while maintaining established standards
- Shows up reliably and is ready to work
- Communicates well and works professionally with the entire kitchen team
- Is comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
This is a great opportunity for an experienced kitchen professional who wants to work with a solid culinary team in an established, busy steakhouse.
Why Schlesinger's?
- Competitive pay
- Free employee meal every shift
- Employee dining discounts
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Professional, team-focused kitchen environment
- Work alongside experienced culinary professionals
- Established restaurant with a loyal guest following
Ready To Take Ownership Of Your Station?
If you're an experienced pantry cook who knows how to prep, stay organized, move with urgency, and deliver consistent plates, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and bring your experience to the kitchen at Schlesinger's Steakhouse.
Location: Port Warwick, Newport News, VA
Work Schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
- Holidays
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Employee discount
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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