Prep Cook II

Scope of the Job

At Soho House, a Prep Cook I is responsible for setting up workstations in the kitchen and preparing ingredients for the cooking process. A Prep Cook II performs basic cooking duties, monitors stock levels, and takes on culinary tasks as they arise. A successful Prep Cook II will be able to understand and be willing to comply with food and sanitation guidelines and regulations, be quick, follow instructions and work in a fast‑paced environment.

• Prepping for service as needed by Chefs and Management by following prep lists created by chefs.
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings and preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock to be used in the cooking process.
• Uniformly chopping produce and preparing meats.
• Preparing simple dishes, such as entrees or salads.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Properly stocking work areas includes setting up all condiments in their designated places.
• Always maintain a clean and organized prep, pass and work areas.
• Making sure all prep stations are full and ready for service – and fully operational during service.
• Ensuring that the bread warmer is always well‑organized and adequately stocked.
• Assist the porters in disposing of the trash. Make sure that all the garbage is properly removed.
• Helping with expediting food orders for kitchen and servers.
• It is important to work collaboratively as a team, providing assistance to others whenever necessary. This involves working closely with the kitchen staff.
• Complete assigned side work before/after service, checklists to standard. Contribute to a seamless experience.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a fast‑paced, upscale and approachable environment of professionals
• Strong understanding of professional cooking and encompasses educated knife‑handling skills.
• Strong communicator, able to take direction, team player mentality.
• Proactive ability to build professional relationships with all leaders and kitchen team.
• Food handler’s certificate
• Flexible schedule and ability to work morning, night, weekend and holiday’s (as needed)

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.
• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8‑10 hours.
• Fast‑paced movements are required to go from one part of the kitchen and storage areas to others.
• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds on occasion and 35 pounds regularly.
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water
• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch, and climb as required.

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry‑level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.

• Health Care + 401K:
  Full time employees are eligible for full benefits;
  Medical, Dental & Vision as well as Retirement fund with a 2% match
• Paid Time Off:
  Full‑Time Employees have sick day’s + vacation days
• Career Development:
  Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically
• Soho Impact:
  Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach and sustainability
• Learning & Development:
  An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.
• Cookhouse & House Tonic:
  Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, training's and events. Available to all.
• Team Events:
  From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up to.
• Team Meal:
  Whilst on duty in our Houses & Restaurants you will be provided with a substantial meal free of charge.