Chef / Cook - Job Today - New York

The Line Cook is a self-starter & team player with leadership qualities who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment. Excellent organizational skills • Desire to learn about flavors from various ethnic cuisines, such as Asian, Latin, Hawaiian, and Italian, that inspire our contemporary dishes, • Set up stations with all necessary supplies, • Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly, • Prepare menu items in cooperation with the greater kitchen., • Flexibility to work within all stations, • Experience in fry, plancha, poke, garde manger, or expeditor, • Self-starter with the capacity to follow through on tasks, • The ability to multitask at all points during your workday, • An eagerness to grow as part of a close-knit team, • Reports all operational needs and equipment or aspects of the, • kitchen in need of repair or improvement to management, • Additional Pay is bilingual in Spanish & English! Shifts Needed PM • Sun-Wednesday 6p - 2:30a, • Thursday- Saturday 6p-4:30a AM • Mon- Sunday 9/10 am to 6/7 pm Orbital Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment. We are committed to an inclusive work environment and value the constant evolution of our business practices.

Summary We are looking for a skilled and efficient Line Cook to join our kitchen team. The Line Cook is responsible for preparing menu items according to recipes, maintaining high food quality, and working in coordination with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth service. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and portion sizes., • Ensure food is prepared quickly, efficiently, and with attention to quality and presentation., • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation., • Follow all food safety, handling, and sanitation standards., • Assist with receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies., • Work collaboratively with other cooks and kitchen staff to meet service demands., • Follow instructions from the Kitchen Manager or Executive Chef. Qualifications • Previous cooking experience in a restaurant setting preferred., • Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment., • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure., • Food handler certification (as required by law). Physical Requirements • Ability to stand for long periods of time., • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., • Comfortable working in a hot and fast-paced kitchen environment.

Summary We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to support our kitchen team. The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, ensuring the kitchen is stocked and organized, and assisting cooks and chefs with meal preparation. Key Responsibilities • Wash, peel, and chop vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients., • Measure and prepare ingredients according to recipes., • Assist in portioning and packaging food items., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep areas and storage., • Ensure all ingredients are properly labeled, dated, and stored., • Support line cooks and chefs during service as needed., • Follow all safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards. Qualifications • Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required., • Basic knife skills and familiarity with kitchen equipment., • Strong work ethic and attention to detail., • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand and work for long periods of time., • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and sometimes hot environment.

Summary We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Cook to support our kitchen team. The Prep Cook is responsible for preparing ingredients, ensuring the kitchen is stocked and organized, and assisting cooks and chefs with meal preparation. Key Responsibilities • Wash, peel, and chop vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients., • Measure and prepare ingredients according to recipes., • Assist in portioning and packaging food items., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep areas and storage., • Ensure all ingredients are properly labeled, dated, and stored., • Support line cooks and chefs during service as needed., • Follow all safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards. Qualifications • Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required., • Basic knife skills and familiarity with kitchen equipment., • Strong work ethic and attention to detail., • Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Physical Requirements • Ability to stand and work for long periods of time., • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced and sometimes hot environment.

We are looking for a chef/cook to support food preparation and cooking in a busy Italian market. The ideal candidate should be organized, reliable, and able to maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation while working as part of a team.

Position Summary Orbital Kitchens is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Pasta Cook to prepare made-to-order pasta dishes and support menu items across our restaurant brands. This role requires strong station organization, consistent recipe execution, and the ability to manage multiple orders in a high-volume kitchen while maintaining food quality, accuracy, and speed. Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, sauce, finish, and package pasta dishes and other assigned menu items according to recipes, portion guidelines, ticket modifiers, and brand standards., • Cook pasta to the required doneness and maintain consistent sauce texture, seasoning, temperature, and presentation., • Manage multiple orders through the Kitchen Display System (KDS), coordinating timing with other stations to meet ticket-time expectations., • Check each order for accuracy, modifications, portion size, and packaging before handoff., • Set up and maintain station mise en place, including pasta, sauces, proteins, vegetables, and garnishes., • Follow prep lists, par levels, and opening and closing checklists to keep the station stocked and service-ready., • Follow food-safety, sanitation, and allergen-handling procedures, including proper temperature control and prevention of cross-contamination., • Label, date, rotate, and store ingredients using first-in, first-out (FIFO) standards., • Keep the station, equipment, utensils, and surrounding work areas clean and organized throughout the shift., • Communicate shortages, prep needs, quality concerns, ticket delays, and equipment issues promptly to kitchen leadership., • Minimize waste through accurate portioning, proper storage, and careful product handling., • Support other stations and restaurant brands as directed during high-volume periods. Qualifications • Previous experience as a pasta cook, line cook, prep cook, or high-volume hot-station cook is preferred., • Familiarity with pasta preparation, sauce finishing, and sauté techniques is preferred., • Ability to work quickly and accurately while managing multiple orders., • Working knowledge of recipe execution, portion control, food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness., • Ability to read and follow KDS tickets, recipes, and build charts, prep lists, and leadership direction., • Reliable, punctual, organized, receptive to feedback, and committed to teamwork., • Ability to stand for extended periods and safely work around hot equipment, steam, and sharp tools.

Rosa Mexicano Restaurants, a NYC based, successful casual fine dining restaurant group known for outstanding hospitality and service and for offering an authentic menu. Sous Chef are responsible for assisting with the overall success of the food program and overseeing culinary functions for the restaurant. The position entails assisting the Executive Chef / Chef in all phases of planning, ordering, inventory, and food preparation. The Sous Chef motivates, trains, develops, and directs the back of house employees preparing and cooking foods to accomplish the objectives of the operation to the satisfaction of the customers, clients, and management. Key Responsibilities: • Evaluates food products to ensure that quality standards are consistently attained., • Assists in coordinating and participating in the preparation and cooking of various food items., • Rolls out new culinary programs in conjunction with the marketing and culinary team., • Assists the Executive Chef / Chef with managing cost controls and controlling expenditure., • Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards, • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned, • Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed, • Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products, • Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits, • Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate Preferred Qualifications: • Culinary degree preferred, • Bachelor's Degree in Food Services Technology/Management/or related field preferred, • Three to five years of progressive culinary or kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training, • Experience with planning and managing catering events from a culinary perspective, • Strong leadership skills and desire to work with an industry leader, • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation, • Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Email and the Internet), • Ability to communicate on various levels including management, departmental, customer and associate, • Ability to work a continuously flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends with varying days off to support a seven-day-a-week dining operation, • ServSafe® Certification

Are you ready to join a fun, energetic, and growing team? At Tacoria, we set out to bring the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our New Jersey communities. We are a rapidly expanding fast-casual restaurant group with multiple locations across the state, and we take pride in our fresh, made-daily food, strong leadership team, exceptional customer service, and commitment to constant improvement. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking Line Cooks/Expo for our new Ridgewood location. Every role at Tacoria plays an important part in our success, and this position is both leadership-driven and highly customer-focused. Back of House Requirements • Friendly, positive attitude, • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, • Kitchen experience (preferred), • Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene protocols, • Previous experience in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment (preferred), • Ability to stand for extended periods, • Willingness to follow company policies and procedures, • Availability to work nights and weekends Benefits • Paid training, • Relaxed dress code, • Free employee meal each shift, • Flexible scheduling, • Coffee days twice a month, • Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees While prior experience in a fast-paced environment is preferred, we are willing to train the right candidate. If you believe this role is a great fit and you're excited to be part of a dynamic, growing company, we encourage you to apply today! Check us out at Tacoria.com Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person