Effective May 25, 2022, Majordōmo will be adding a 3% service charge to all checks. The purpose of the service charge is to facilitate higher, variable compensation for our back of house hourly employees in the roles listed below, and create an equitable compensation structure for the entire team.
Momofuku
Established by chef and founder David Chang in 2004 with the opening of Momofuku Noodle Bar, Momofuku has grown to include restaurants in New York City, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles and Momofuku Goods, a line of home cooking products. Momofuku has gained world-wide recognition for its innovative take on cuisine, while supporting local, sustainable and responsible farmers and food purveyors.
About Majordomo
Majordomo is a California restaurant from Momofuku inspired by the diverse culinary offerings of Los Angeles. It features a Chef’s counter, bar, private dining room, and heated patio with artwork by James Jean and David Choe.
The Prep Cook assists the BOH staff in preparing food, maintains a safe and clean food environment and takes on other culinary tasks as delegated. The ideal Momofuku Prep Cook candidate is focused, driven, detail oriented, and comfortable working in a kitchen environment.
COMPENSATION BAND: $19 – $21 plus 3% Service Charge
Why Momofuku?
At Momofuku, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation packages that encourage longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including vision/dental/medical, 401k, paid time off, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and dining discounts, plus more after required wait periods. We encourage our team members to grow and learn, and offer many opportunities for personal and career development.
The Momofuku Prep Cook is an individual who assists the BOH staff in preparing food, maintains a safe and clean food environment and takes on other culinary tasks as delegated. The ideal Momofuku Prep Cook candidate is focused, driven, detail oriented and comfortable working in a kitchen environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner in accordance to recipe, portion control and presentation specifications
- Assist with cleaning, sanitation, organization and maintenance of kitchen and culinary equipment
- Maintain cleanliness of work areas, including and not limited to refrigeration, cooking equipment, and prep areas
- Demonstrate safe and proper use of all kitchen equipment, including knife cutting skills
- Maintain open and effective communication with BOH team and FOH team
- Support other team members and foster a positive work environment
Required Qualifications
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude, as well as a desire to learn, grow, and develop new skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- A passion for food, exceptional work ethic and dedication
- Strong desire and ability to work on a successful and effective team
- Willing to accept guidance in a positive manner and implement the direction in a way that is productive for both you and the team
- Able to work in a standing/walking position for long periods of time
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Prep Cook, Commis, Line Cook, or similar role
- 2+ years of experience in any of the above positions in a high volume, upscale restaurant
- Proven ability to train new Prep Cooks in all aspects and responsibilities of the role
- Ability to assist the culinary team in receiving goods for the restaurant
- Ability to assist in managers with daily ordering and monthly inventory
- A proven track record of dependability, a continuous focus on learning and development, and a history of consistently and successfully fulfilling all role responsibilities
Physical Demands
- The physical demands for this position are seeing, hearing, speaking, reaching, frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
The duties of this position may change from time to time. Momofuku reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Momofuku or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Momofuku is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.
More detail about Majordomo part of Momofuku Restaurants, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/112695-majordomo