Raw Bar/Pantry Cook - 677 Prime

JO Restaurant Group
Albany, NY

Summary: Be proficient in shucking oysters and clams, preparing raw bar specialties, and plating seafood dishes with precision and care. Accurately and efficiently cook meats, fish, vegetables, soups, and other hot food products as well as prepare and portion food products prior to cooking. Also perform other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and preparing appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates.

Job Duties:

  • Prepare a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment
  • Assume 100% responsibility for quality of products served
  • Know and comply consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
  • Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period
  • Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment
  • Prepare item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating
  • Follow proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
  • Handle, store and rotate all products properly
  • Assist in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
  • Close the kitchen properly and follow the closing checklist for kitchen stations; assist others in closing the kitchen
  • Attend all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by the Chefs

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in kitchen preparation and cooking
  • At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity
  • Must be able to communicate clearly with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel
  • Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 9 hours)

Benefits:

  • 401K with employer match
  • Competitive health insurance benefits (medical, dental and vision) available to members averaging only 24 hours per week
  • HSA option available
  • Supplemental insurance policies through AFLAC available
  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
  • Employee discount on food

Hourly Rate Range - $16.00 - $24.00

Posted 2025-09-30

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