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Osakana is a specialty Japanese fish market and to-go sushi shop located in the heart of the East Village. We are dedicated to offering high-quality seafood and thoughtfully prepared sushi, while delivering warm, reliable service to our community. We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented team members who take pride in their work and enjoy a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities • Assist with basic fish handling, including trimming, portioning, and packaging, • Support the preparation and assembly of to-go sushi items (rolls, donburi, sashimi packs, etc.), • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, • Provide friendly and professional customer service at the counter, • Operate the register accurately and efficiently, • Restock display cases and assist with inventory and product rotation, • Receive and inspect deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy, • Follow store procedures, food safety protocols, and daily operational checklists, • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient workflow Qualifications Required • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions, • Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, • High standard of hygiene and food safety awareness, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn Preferred • Experience in seafood handling, fish markets, or food service, • Basic knife skills or kitchen prep experience Customer service or retail experience • English and/or Japanese communication ability, • Interest in Japanese cuisine or seafood

Join our dynamic culinary team as a Fry Cook/Kitchen Helper at a popular local Soul Food Restaurant, where your energy and passion for food preparation will help create delicious, high-quality meals in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary skills, contribute to a vibrant kitchen atmosphere, and support the overall dining experience. Whether you're experienced in food handling or eager to learn, this position is perfect for motivated individuals looking to grow within the food industry. Duties Prepare and cook fried foods and other menu items according to established recipes and standards Assist with food preparation tasks such as chopping, slicing, and portioning ingredients Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen workspace, including washing dishes and sanitizing surfaces Follow food safety protocols to ensure proper handling, storage, and temperature control of ingredients Support meal assembly and plating to ensure timely service during busy hours Help with inventory management by rotating stock and notifying supervisors of supply needs Assist with catering events or special meal preparations as required Skills Experience in frying and using commercial deep fryers is highly desirable Strong knowledge of food handling, safety procedures, and sanitation standards Proven ability in food preparation, cooking techniques, and knife skills Familiarity with menu planning and meal assembly in a fast-paced setting Previous restaurant or culinary experience, especially in dining or catering environments Excellent food service skills with a focus on quality presentation and customer satisfaction Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail This position is paid and offers a fantastic opportunity to build your culinary career while contributing to a welcoming kitchen environment. If you’re passionate about food industry standards, eager to develop your skills, and ready for an energetic workday, we encourage you to apply! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person

We’re looking for a reliable Fry Cook to prepare fried menu items with consistency, speed, and attention to quality. Responsibilities include operating fryers, seasoning and plating food to standard, maintaining a clean and organized station, and following food safety procedures. Ideal candidates are punctual, team-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.

MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS (NO EXCEPTIONS) • Assist in the preparation and cooking of various dishes in the kitchen, • Follow recipes and menu specifications to ensure consistent quality, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and food preparation areas, • Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans, • Assist with inventory management and stock rotation, • Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines, • Collaborate with the kitchen team and FOH staff to ensure smooth operations

Job Title: Deli Grill Cook Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced Deli Grill Cook to prepare and cook grilled items and fresh salads in a fast-paced deli environment. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with grill cooking, salad preparation, and maintaining food quality and cleanliness standards. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook grilled items (meats, sandwiches, burgers, etc.) Prepare fresh salads, dressings, and cold deli items Ensure food is cooked and presented according to standards Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the grill, prep area, and kitchen Follow food safety and hygiene regulations Assist with food prep, stocking, and inventory as needed Work efficiently during busy hours Qualifications: Proven experience as a grill cook or deli cook Skilled in grill cooking and salad preparation Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Team player with a positive attitude Reliable and punctual Schedule: Full-time or Part-time (based on availability)

What’s the Sauce? is looking for a driven, hands-on Head Chef / Culinary Lead to help perfect our menu, streamline kitchen operations, and set the foundation for a scalable food business built on quality, transparency, and flavor. This is a part-time role (one day of operations per week to start) and is ideal for a junior chef or qualified culinary professional with restaurant experience who’s looking to grow into something bigger. The right candidate will have the opportunity to evolve into an Executive Chef role, with potential partnership opportunities as the business scales. The Role You’ll work closely with the founders to refine recipes, improve consistency, and optimize kitchen execution. This role blends culinary creativity with operational discipline. Key Responsibilities • Refine and standardize menu items (wings, sauces, sides), • Improve kitchen workflows for efficiency, speed, and consistency, • Support recipe documentation, portioning, and prep systems, • Oversee quality control during service, • Help establish SOPs for future scale, • Collaborate on menu evolution and new product ideas Ideal Candidate • Junior chef, sous chef, or culinary professional with restaurant or commercial kitchen experience, • Strong cooking fundamentals and attention to detail, • Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced kitchen, • Interested in operations, not just cooking, • Entrepreneurial mindset — excited by building something early, • Reliable, organized, and calm under pressure Time Commitment • 1 day per week (Saturdays initially), • Flexible scheduling based on service days, • Opportunity to increase involvement as the business grows Why This Role Is Different • Not just a shift — a chance to help shape a brand, • Direct input into menu, systems, and long-term vision, • Clear path to Executive Chef leadership, • Built around quality, clean ingredients, and intentional food

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Join our team as a Bakery Assistant in a vibrant kitchen environment. Your responsibilities will include: • Assisting with baking and preparation of Caribbean-inspired pastries and breads., • Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the baking area and equipment., • Checking and organizing ingredients for daily baking needs., • Collaborating with the team to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of baked goods. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, dependable, and eager to learn. Experience in baking is appreciated; however, a genuine passion for baking and a willingness to work in a dynamic setting are essential.