• Prepare and plate cold menu items such as salads, charcuterie, chilled appetizers, and desserts according to restaurant standards
• Wash, chop, portion, and store ingredients needed for service
• Ensure station is stocked, organized, and clean before, during, and after each shift
• Follow recipes and plating guidelines with accuracy and attention to detail
• Label and date all prepped items and follow proper food storage and rotation procedures (FIFO)
• Support hot line and kitchen team with additional prep as needed
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment, complying with all health and safety regulation
• Communicate clearly with kitchen team and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service
• Assist with inventory counts and reporting low stock items to chefs or supervisors

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role preferred
• Strong knife skills and understanding of cold food handling
• Ability to follow instructions, multitask, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices (ServSafe certification a plus)
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods of time

• Attention to detail
• Reliability and punctuality
• Cleanliness and organization
• Team-oriented attitude
• Willingness to learn and adapt

The Northport Hotel is a brand new boutique hotel in the heart of historic Northport NY. We offer 26 luxury rooms that feature 5 star amenities and a service experience to match. We are proud to be the home of our 170 seat casual fine dining restaurant serving lunch, brunch, pre theater and dinner 7 days per week. We are guided by our mission and vision statements to provide extraordinary guest experiences to all who visit us. To do this we are looking for team members that love to serve others, work in a team first environment and enjoy continually striving to be the best to join the team. If you feel you can make a positive impact on each guest who visits the hotel, we would like to speak to you. We offer competitive wages & benefits, clear vision on our why we are who we are, respect for each and every team member, training and an inclusive environment.