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Now Hiring: Kitchen Assistant – Cooking & Baking School NY Cake Academy® | Chelsea, Manhattan, NYC Job Type: Part-Time / Flexible Schedule Location: 118 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011 Schedule: Weekdays, Evenings & Weekends About NY Cake Academy® Established in 1989, NY Cake Academy® is a premier culinary and baking school located in Chelsea, Manhattan. We specialize in hands-on cooking, baking, pastry, and cake decorating classes for adults, teens, and children, as well as private celebrations and corporate team-building events. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring people together through memorable culinary experiences. Position Overview We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to support our chef instructors during cooking, baking, and cake decorating classes. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, and enjoys being part of a team. This is a hands-on position involving food preparation, classroom setup, cleaning, and assisting chefs throughout classes and events. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and measure ingredients for cooking and baking classes., • Set up individual student workstations with ingredients, tools, and equipment., • Assist chef instructors during classes, private parties, and corporate events., • Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked classrooms and kitchen areas., • Wash, sanitize, and organize kitchen tools, equipment, and work surfaces., • Assist with dishwashing and general kitchen cleanup., • Restock ingredients, supplies, and equipment as needed., • Help with food preparation, baking, and packaging when required., • Ensure classrooms are cleaned, reset, and ready for the next class., • Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures., • Work efficiently with chefs and other team members to ensure classes run smoothly and on schedule. Qualifications • Previous kitchen, bakery, restaurant, or food service experience preferred., • Interest in cooking, baking, or pastry arts is a plus., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment., • Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions., • Positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed., • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical kitchen tasks., • Availability to work evenings and weekends., • Food Handler Certification is a plus. Why Join NY Cake Academy®? • Work in a creative and exciting culinary environment., • Gain hands-on experience in baking, pastry, and cooking., • Collaborate with professional chefs and instructors., • Flexible scheduling opportunities., • Be part of an established NYC culinary education business. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their resume along with a brief description of their kitchen experience and availability through this job posting. Join the NY Cake Academy® team and help us create exceptional culinary experiences for our guests!

We are looking for a reliable, organized, and hardworking Back of House Team Member to help keep our kitchen and production operations running smoothly. You will play an important role in preparing ingredients, maintaining food quality and safety standards, keeping the BOH clean and organized, supporting soft-serve production, and ensuring the front-of-house team always has what they need to provide an excellent guest experience. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys staying busy, working as part of a team, and taking pride in doing things the right way. RESPONSIBILITIES Food Preparation & Production Prepare ingredients, toppings, sauces, and other menu components according to established recipes and procedures Assist with daily soft-serve production and preparation Maintain consistency in recipes, portions, and presentation Follow all approved recipes and preparation procedures Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products Monitor ingredient levels and communicate low-stock items to management Assist with opening and closing BOH operations Food Safety & Sanitation Follow all NYC food safety and sanitation requirements Maintain proper food storage and temperature standards Follow allergen-control procedures Prevent cross-contact and cross-contamination Keep workstations, equipment, storage areas, and floors clean throughout the shift Complete required cleaning and sanitation tasks Properly wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, equipment, and food-contact surfaces Follow daily, weekly, and deep-cleaning schedules Report food safety concerns, equipment issues, spills, pests, or maintenance problems immediately Inventory & Organization Receive and properly store deliveries Check deliveries for quality, quantity, and temperature when applicable Maintain an organized walk-in, refrigerator, freezer, dry storage, and prep areas Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory rotation Assist with inventory counts and waste tracking Minimize food waste while maintaining quality and freshness Teamwork & Operations Communicate effectively with FOH and management Maintain a positive and respectful working environment Jump in wherever the team needs support Work efficiently during busy periods Follow all company SOPs and operational standards Help maintain a clean, organized, and professional kitchen at all times WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR Our ideal candidate is: Reliable and punctual Highly organized and detail-oriented Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment Comfortable standing and being active for extended periods Clean, responsible, and attentive to food safety A strong team player Able to follow recipes and procedures consistently Comfortable taking direction and receiving feedback Proactive and willing to jump in wherever needed Someone who takes pride in cleanliness and organization Friendly, respectful, and professional Excited to be part of a new business and help build something from the ground up Restaurant, café, bakery, food service, or kitchen experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person. QUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 18 years old Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred Food handler certification preferred or willingness to obtain as required Ability to safely lift and carry supplies and equipment as needed Ability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled Strong communication and teamwork skills WHAT WE OFFER Opportunity to join a brand-new NYC concept from the beginning Positive, team-oriented work environment Hands-on training Opportunities for growth as the company grows Employee perks and product benefits Competitive hourly compensation A chance to have a meaningful role in building our culture and operations OUR CULTURE We care about people, product, cleanliness, consistency, and community. Every person on our team contributes to the experience we create. Whether you’re preparing ingredients in the kitchen, cleaning equipment, restocking toppings, or helping the FOH team during a rush, your work directly impacts our guests and our business. We are looking for people who show up, care about what they do, treat their teammates with respect, and want to be part of something bigger than simply working a shift.