Zuma is looking for a seasonal Prep Cook to join us throughout the holiday season till Feb 2025! Zuma offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects our commitment to taking great care of our team members. Here's a summary of the fantastic benefits you can expect as part of the Zuma family:
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to ensure your well-being.
- Paid Time Off: Annual PTO to relax and recharge.
- Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities to grow your career with Zuma at our locations globally, including in the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
- Global Experience: Work alongside a team with extensive global hospitality and culinary experience, offering you invaluable learning and growth opportunities.
- Family Meals: Enjoy complimentary daily family meals at our restaurant.
- Dining Discounts: Receive a 50% discount on dining at Zuma, so you can savor our culinary delights even off the clock.
- Referral Bonus Program: Earn bonuses for referring talented friends and colleagues to join our team.
JOB SUMMARY: Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients and assisting with various food preparation tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen. You will collaborate closely with the kitchen team to uphold Zuma's standards of excellence and deliver an exceptional dining experience to our guests. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Assist in the preparation of ingredients, including washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning vegetables, meats, and seafood
- Prepare sauces, dressings, and marinades according to Zuma's recipes and standards
- Assist with the assembly and production of menu items
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas
- Follow all food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper handling and storage of ingredients
- Ensure all the products and prepared items are properly labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out)
- Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations during service
- Follow opening and closing procedures as instructed by kitchen management
- Uphold Zuma's commitment to quality, excellence, and guest satisfaction in every aspect of food preparation
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested
JOB KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Previous experience as a Prep Cook or similar role in a high-volume restaurant environment
- Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques, including knife skills and culinary fundamentals
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Excellent knife skills and culinary techniques
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation
- Culinary degree or relevant culinary training is a plus
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required
Celebrating 20 years since first opening its doors in London, Zuma is sophisticated twist on the traditional Japanese Izakaya style of informal eating and drinking. Co-founded by Rainer Becker and Arjun Waney in 2002, Zuma has 15 venues globally and 9 seasonal locations. Featuring modern Japanese cuisine that is authentic but not traditional. The menu showcases a variety of dishes from its three kitchens: the main kitchen, the sushi counter and the robata grill. Zuma, the brainchild of award-winning co-founder and creator, Rainer Becker, brings its internationally acclaimed style of authentic and modern Japanese food to Midtown, New York. Zuma is an equal opportunity employer.