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Prep Cook
Cafe Zaffri at The Twenty Two
16 E 16th St, New York, NY
Cafe Zaffri at The Twenty Two hiring Prep Cook in New York, NY

Cafe Zaffri at The Twenty Two hiring Prep Cook in New York, NY

Prep Cook

Cafe Zaffri at The Twenty TwoMore Info

16 E 16th St, New York, NY
Full Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $23.00)
Expired: Jul 10, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

As a Prep Cook at Cafe Zaffri, you will play a pivotal role in preparing dishes to the 

exacting standards set by Chef Mary Attea. You will uphold our commitment to quality, 

timeliness, and cleanliness, adhering to all Department of Health guidelines to ensure a 

safe and organized kitchen environment.  

 

Responsibilities & Duties: 

- Prepare dishes following specified recipes, including weighing, mixing, and cooking methods. 

- Work efficiently within a par system to meet operational needs. 

- Ensure all ingredients and final products are fresh and of the highest quality. 

- Maintain a clean and safe work area, including utensils, equipment, and dishes. 

- Adhere to DOH food safety and sanitation regulations at all times. 

- Communicate effectively with team members regarding inventory, prep needs, and 

station status. 

- Report any food waste or breakage to the opening Sous Chef for proper recording. 

 

Qualifications & Skills: 

- 1+ years experience in fine dining restaurant 

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to deliver an exceptional dining 

experience. 

- Strong comprehension and organization skills to accurately execute recipes. 

- A team player attitude, willing to help out wherever necessary. 

- The ability to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects, up to 50lbs 

- Kneel, bend, or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; be on feet for extended periods of time 

 

 

Join Our Team: 

At Cafe Zaffri, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that 

celebrates culinary excellence and cultural diversity. If you are passionate about 

Levantine cuisine and are looking to join a dynamic team in a historic yet modern 

setting, we invite you to apply for the Prep Cook position at The Twenty Two. 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $23.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k


Required Skills

Preparing Dishes Following Specified Recipes

Attention to Detail

Working Efficiently Within a Par System

Time Management

Ensuring Ingredients and Final Products Are Fresh and of High Quality

Adaptability

Maintaining a Clean and Safe Work Area

Problem Solving

Adhering to Food Safety and Sanitation Regulations

Physical Stamina

Communicating Effectively With Team Members

Communication Skills

Reporting Food Waste or Breakage

Team Collaboration

Fine Dining Restaurant Experience

Quality Control

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Safety Awareness

Strong Comprehension and Organization Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Lift, Carry, Push, or Pull Heavy Objects Up to 50lbs

Customer Service Orientation

Kneeling, Bending, or Stooping for Extended Periods of Time

Culinary Knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Multitasking

Commitment to Cleanliness

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Middle Eastern

Fine Dining, Upscale Casual

Part of Elizabeth Street Hospitality

Cafe Zaffri, the third dining concept from the acclaimed team behind New York City mainstays Raf’s and The Musket Room is located inside The Twenty Two New York, a hotel and private members club located in Union Square. The sprawling restaurant located on the ground floor of the hotel will be open to the public and serve modern interpretations on Levantine cuisine and its
diaspora.

Formerly the Margaret Louisa Home, commissioned by heiress and philanthropist Margaret Louisa Vanderbilt in 1891, the home represented a new kind of housing for a new generation of women: single, ambitious, independent-minded strivers seeking refuge in an unfamiliar place. The history of the building serves as an inspiring backdrop for this women-led team, composed of sisters Jennifer and Nicole Vitagliano, alongside Executive Chef
Mary Attea, and Executive Pastry Chef Camari Mick.

This one of a kind team has curated a menu influenced by Chef Mary’s Lebanese heritage that will consist of a modern interpretation of Levantine cuisine. Drawing inspiration from the culinary ethos of the region and its diaspora with an emphasis on local, fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. In true Middle Eastern style, the experience will be a celebration of food and company, sharing joyful moments around the table, in a warm and
inviting atmosphere. Cafe Zaffri will crossover and thread the needle between countries, there will be dishes that
reference both the Mediterranean and Levant regions, a style of cuisine that lends itself well to crossing borders and celebrating the seasonality of the neighboring Union Square Market.

In tandem with Cafe Zaffri, the team will manage and curate the food and beverage for the hotel's private member's only restaurant, which will be more broadly contemporary American cuisine, taking inspirations from the member's club at The Twenty Two in London.

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