Prep Cook

Job overview

The Prep Cook works onsite in Troy, NY, full time, for $18–$20 per hour. The role supports The Halal Shack RPI, an authentic fusion Middle Eastern and Mediterranean restaurant in a student-focused setting. The cook leads daily heavy prep so ingredients and components are ready for service. By following recipes and quality standards, maintaining a clean prep area, and coordinating with the kitchen team, the role supports efficient restaurant operations.

What you'll do

• Lead daily heavy prep
• prepare vegetables, proteins, sauces, and other dish components
• follow recipes and quality standards
• collaborate with the kitchen team
• follow food safety and hygiene protocols
• maintain a clean and organized prep area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

prep cook

full-time

troy ny

the halal shack rpi

$18–$20/hour

middle eastern cuisine

mediterranean cuisine

food preparation

kitchen team

food safety

ingredient prep

knife skills

monthly bonus potential

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Flexible schedule
• monthly bonus potential
• career growth opportunities.

Why this role

The posting describes 32 working weeks during the school term and 20 weeks off when school is closed, or an option to assist the corporate training team and new store openings over the summer; monthly bonus potential is noted.

About the employer

The Halal Shack RPI is hiring for this role. Industry: Limited-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.