Prep Cook/Kitchen Assistant

Hudson Table is a recreational culinary studio and event space in Hoboken, NJ.  We provide unique culinary experiences to our guests; whether they are taking a hands-on cooking class, attending our popular chef competitions, or enjoying a catered event in our open-kitchens or our rooftop.

Cook, compete, and get tipped.

Hudson Table Hoboken is hiring Kitchen Assistants for our hands-on cooking classes, private events and chef competitions. You’ll work alongside our chefs, help guests learn real cooking skills, and even compete as a sous chef for prize money. It’s part kitchen, part hospitality, and never the same night twice.

What you’ll do

• Set up stations, prep ingredients and get the kitchen ready before guests arrive
• Help the chef run hands-on classes and answer guests’ questions as they cook
• Help prepare multi-course menus for private events, public dinners and brunches
• Keep the kitchen clean and moving during service, then break down and reset after
• Help track inventory at the start and end of each shift

Why you’ll like it

• Compete in our chef competitions and win team bonuses
• Share in event gratuities
• Learn from experienced chefs, with menus that change with the seasons
• A fun, team-first kitchen that’s nothing like a typical restaurant line

What we’re looking for

• Some kitchen experience preferred (culinary students welcome)
• Available evenings and weekends
• Knows the basics of food and kitchen safety
• Can lift 40–60 lbs
• Friendly and comfortable talking with guests
• Quick on your feet, follows direction well, and pays attention to detail

If you love food and people and want a little competition in your week, apply and we’ll be in touch!