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Prep Cook
Buddakan - New York
75 9th Avenue, New York, NY, United States
Buddakan - New York hiring Prep Cook in New York, NY

Buddakan - New York hiring Prep Cook in New York, NY

Prep Cook

Buddakan - New YorkMore Info

75 9th Avenue, New York, NY, United States
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($18.00 - $21.00)
Expired: Mar 5, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Buddakan, the iconic NYC dining destination in the heart of the Meatpacking District, is seeking talented Prep Cooks to join our kitchen team during an exciting new era — a creative collaboration with Chef Danny Bowien, the visionary behind Mission Chinese.

Join us in hosting a surreal dining experience where the serenity of Asia meets the flamboyance of 16th-century Paris. Ornate chandeliers, gilded details, and otherworldly art set the stage for an immersive culinary journey — one that will soon include collaborative dishes inspired by Chef Danny's bold and innovative spirit.

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

  • An hourly rate of $18 - $21
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
  • Paid Vacation Time & Sick Time
  • Commuter Benefit Program
  • Referral Bonus Programs
  • Dining discounts at over 25 affiliated STARR Restaurants 
  • Opportunity for career advancement and professional growth
    - and more!

Qualifications:

  • 2 years of experience working as a prep cook in a busy upscale or fine dining restaurant
  • Experience with preparing Asian and Chinese ingredients is highly desired
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining quality standards of the restaurant in a high pace restaurant
  • Clean technical skills and the desire to continuously learn 
Buddakan NYC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $21.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program


Required Skills

Food Prep

Collaboration

Prepping Ingredients

Adaptability

Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Preparing Sauces

Time Management

Steaming

Creativity

Teamwork

Culinary Knowledge

Team Player

Problem Solving

Basic Knife Skills

Communication Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Work Ethic

Cooking Skills

Stress Management

Vegetable Cookery

Customer Service Orientation

Preparing Vegetables

Cultural Awareness

Dough Making

Portioning

Willingness to Accept Feedback

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Chinese, Asian

Upscale Casual

2 Employee RecommendationsSee Details

Part of STARR Restaurants

The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattan combines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates. - Open Table

“Stunning” decor lends a “dark, sexy” backdrop to the “trendy” scene at Chelsea multilevel “mega room”, a “bigger-than-life experience” where the “energetic” crowd is “blown away” by “flavorful” Asian dishes. - Zagat

Awards / Distinctions
2007
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