Deli chef - Queens Gourmet Deli - New York

SCOPE OF ROLE: The Cook will assist in the management and monitoring of all aspects of the development of a nutritious daily menu and meal preparation. In this position you will prepare low-fat, salt-free, vegetarian and soft meal options to meet special dietary and medically prescribed needs of residents. The Cook will assist in managing and performing food and equipment ordering and inventory. The ideal candidate should have experience in the safe and sanitary handling and storage of all food items in accordance with New York State and New York City Department of Health regulations. He/she will be responsible for the general supervision of kitchen area, including overall cleanliness, maintenance of equipment, utensils, and supplies, and the ability to provide instruction to inexperienced trainees. Evening and Weekend Hours may be required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist in the management and monitoring of all aspects of the development of a nutritious daily menu and meal preparation for 200 homeless individuals including those with special diets., • Prepare low-fat, low-sodium, vegetarian and soft meal options to meet special dietary and medically prescribed needs of residents., • Assist in managing and performing food and equipment ordering and inventory., • Daily Equipment Logs, Food Logs and Waste Logs., • Safe and sanitary handling and storage of all food items in accordance with New York State and New York City Department of Health regulations. (Including Weekly Deliveries need to be Stored, Label, and Dated also must be able to lift 25lbs.), • Responsible for the general supervision of kitchen area, including overall cleanliness, maintenance of equipment, utensils, and supplies, and the ability to provide instruction to inexperienced trainees., • Assist in the implementation of a Daily Cooking and & Nutrition (Daily Living Skills) training curriculum for Shelter Residents to prepare them for independent living, • Cook and serve 3 meals per day to 200 shelter residents according to the census and the menu., • Attend staff meetings, conferences, group supervision, and training as needed., • Kitchen cleanliness, and equipment maintenance according to NYC and NYS - DOH guidelines and program requirements., • Prepare and serve meals at SUS Multiple Sites if necessary., • A work schedule that includes some weekend and evening hours will be required., • Comply with and enforce all SUS Corporate Compliance and Employee Policies, Procedures, and Protocols., • Comply with, enforce, and carry out all SUS Incident Management Policies, Procedures, and Protocols as appropriate. REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum of one year of experience in all aspects of food preparation and kitchen management within a large institutional or commercial setting. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • NY State Food Handlers Certificate required, additional nutritional training, and certificates preferred.

Confidential New Burger Restaurant – Queens, NY Full-Time | Leadership Position PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU HAVE REAL, HANDS-ON BURGER SHOP COOKING EXPERIENCE. We are hiring an experienced Lead Burger Chef / Kitchen Lead for an upcoming burger restaurant in Queens, NY. We are specifically looking for someone with at least 3+ years of professional, hands-on experience working in a burger restaurant, smash burger shop, fast-casual burger concept, or high-volume burger kitchen. Burger-shop cooking experience is required for this position. General restaurant, deli, pizza, catering, or unrelated cooking experience by itself does not qualify for this lead position. We strongly encourage experienced burger cooks who have spent several years working directly with flat-top griddles, smash burgers, fryers, chicken breading, sauces, seasoning, prep, and high-volume burger assembly to apply. The person selected will become a leader of our cooking team and will be responsible for helping train cooks, maintain recipes and procedures, control food quality, and ensure consistent execution. REQUIRED BURGER EXPERIENCE You should already have professional experience with: • Smash burgers on a commercial flat-top griddle, • Proper smashing technique, • Burger patty seasoning, • Griddle temperature management, • Developing a strong beef crust without overcooking, • Single and double burger timing, • Onion smash burgers, • Cheese melting and finishing, • Bun toasting, • Burger assembly and presentation, • Portion control, • High-volume burger production, • Managing multiple orders during rush periods CHICKEN, BREADING & FRYER EXPERIENCE Professional experience should also include: • Crispy chicken sandwiches, • Chicken tenders, • Chicken seasoning and marination, • Breading and dredging systems, • Seasoned flour/breading mixtures, • Fryer temperature control, • Fried chicken timing, • Maintaining crispy texture and product quality, • French fries and fried sides, • Proper food holding procedures SAUCE & SEASONING KNOWLEDGE We are especially interested in someone who understands flavor development, not simply someone who follows instructions. Experience with some or all of the following is highly desirable: • Mayonnaise-based sauces, • Burger/house sauces, • Spicy mayo, • Aioli-style sauces, • Garlic and chipotle sauces, • Seasoning blends, • Chicken marinades, • Burger seasoning, • Breading seasoning, • Sauce consistency, batching and portioning You are NOT expected to bring or disclose proprietary recipes from a previous employer. However, you should understand how professional restaurant sauces, seasonings, marinades and breading systems are developed, prepared, scaled and kept consistent. THIS IS A LEADERSHIP POSITION We are not simply hiring another line cook. You will be expected to: • Lead cooks during service, • Train new kitchen employees, • Teach proper burger cooking techniques, • Teach breading, frying and preparation procedures, • Ensure recipes and procedures are followed consistently, • Maintain consistent taste, appearance and portion size, • Organize daily prep, • Check station readiness before service, • Manage burger, fryer and prep stations, • Monitor food quality throughout service, • Identify and correct cooking mistakes, • Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, • Control unnecessary food waste, • Follow proper food storage, labeling and rotation procedures, • Help management improve kitchen workflow, • Maintain organization during high-volume rush periods, • Set a professional standard for the rest of the cooking team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 3+ years of professional burger-shop cooking experience REQUIRED. Previous experience as any of the following is highly relevant: Burger Chef | Lead Burger Cook | Grill Cook | Lead Cook | Kitchen Lead | Kitchen Supervisor | Senior Line Cook | Head Cook Applicants who have worked for established burger restaurants, smash-burger concepts, fast-casual burger restaurants, or high-volume quick-service burger operations are strongly encouraged to apply. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS LEAD POSITION IF: • You have never professionally cooked burgers in a restaurant, • Your experience is primarily home cooking, • You have only limited restaurant cooking experience, • You have never operated a commercial flat-top griddle, • You have never worked a high-volume burger station, • You are not comfortable training and directing other cooks, • You are looking for an entry-level cooking position We respect all types of kitchen experience, but this particular position requires an experienced burger-shop professional. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We want someone who can walk into a professional burger kitchen and already understand: Seasoning → Prep → Griddle → Fryer → Breading → Sauce → Assembly → Timing → Consistency → Cleanliness → Leadership You should be able to look at a burger or fried chicken product and recognize whether it has been seasoned, cooked, assembled and presented correctly. Most importantly, you should understand consistency — every customer should receive the same high-quality product regardless of which cook is working the station. IDEAL CANDIDATE You are: • Highly experienced in burger restaurants, • Dependable and punctual, • Fast during high-volume service, • Clean and organized, • Quality-focused, • Food-safety conscious, • Comfortable leading other cooks, • Comfortable training employees, • A clear communicator, • Calm under pressure, • Serious about consistency, • Interested in growing with a new restaurant concept LOCATION Queens, New York The exact restaurant location and business details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Queens. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your résumé and clearly describe your burger-restaurant experience. Please answer: 1. How many years have you worked specifically in burger restaurants?, 2. Which burger restaurants have you worked for?, 3. What positions did you hold?, 4. Do you have professional smash-burger experience?, 5. Have you worked extensively on a commercial flat-top griddle?, 6. Do you have experience seasoning and preparing burger patties?, 7. Do you have experience preparing restaurant burger sauces or mayonnaise-based sauces?, 8. Do you have experience marinating and breading chicken?, 9. Do you have professional commercial-fryer experience?, 10. Have you trained or supervised other cooks?, 11. Are you comfortable being responsible for kitchen consistency and food quality?, 12. What is your current availability? IMPORTANT Candidates with 3–5+ years of strong, direct burger-shop cooking experience will receive first priority. If you have spent several years working hands-on in a successful burger restaurant and are ready to step into a leadership position, we strongly encourage you to apply. We are looking for one experienced burger professional who can help establish and maintain the cooking standards for our entire kitchen team.

We are hiring an experienced Full-Time Deli Cook & Cashier. We are looking for a reliable and hardworking person with previous experience working in a Deli and preparing food. Job Responsibilities: • Prepare deli food, sandwiches, and hot food, • Cook and prepare food according to store standards, • Take customer orders and provide excellent customer service, • Operate the cash register and handle payments, • Stock and organize deli and store items, • Keep the deli and work area clean and organized, • Assist with deliveries and restocking, • Work as part of a team and maintain a professional attitude Requirements: • Previous Deli and cooking experience is required, • Cashier experience is preferred, • Must be reliable, responsible, and hardworking, • Must be willing to work both Deli and Cashier positions, • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, • Full-time availability required We are hiring immediately.

We are seeking an energetic and self-starting Line Cook to join our fast-casual clean eating restaurant. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to upholding our commitment to high-quality food preparation and an excellent dining experience. Key responsibilities include: • Efficiently operating flat top grills and ovens., • Maintaining high standards of food preparation in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Following simple recipes accurately., • Performing physical tasks, including standing for extended periods and safely lifting up to 50 lbs above head height. A food handler's permit is preferred but not strictly required.

Head Chef / Senior Chef Join the MuuMoo Foods Team! MuuMoo Foods is a unique European food store, café and catering business in Queens, New York, specializing in fresh, homemade dishes inspired by Polish and Central European cuisine. We are passionate about quality, authentic flavors, and creating memorable food experiences for our customers. We are currently looking for an experienced Head Chef or Senior Chef to join our growing team on a full-time basis. Responsibilities • Prepare and oversee high-quality meals following our recipes and standards., • Maintain consistency, food quality, and presentation., • Organize daily kitchen operations and support the kitchen team., • Ensure cleanliness and compliance with food safety regulations., • Contribute ideas for menu improvements and seasonal specials. Requirements • Minimum 2 years of professional kitchen experience., • Experience with Polish or Central European cuisine is highly preferred., • If you don't have experience with Polish cuisine, you should be a fast learner with a genuine passion for discovering new flavors and mastering traditional recipes., • Good command of English is required., • Polish language skills are a plus., • Reliable, well-organized, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Availability to work full-time, including weekends., • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work as part of a team. What We Offer • Full-time, stable employment., • Competitive pay based on experience., • Friendly and supportive working environment., • Opportunity to grow with a fast-growing food business., • A chance to work with authentic homemade recipes and high-quality ingredients. If you are passionate about cooking and want to be part of a team that values quality, creativity, and great food, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

We are looking for a skilled, reliable, and passionate Line Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate takes pride in preparing high-quality food, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, and is committed to consistency, cleanliness, and teamwork. This position prepares breakfast, lunch, dinner, banquet, and room service menu items while maintaining Hilton standards for quality and guest satisfaction. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes and presentation standards, • Set up and stock stations with all necessary ingredients and supplies, • Maintain proper food handling, storage, and HACCP procedures, • Ensure food quality, consistency, and timely service, • Keep workstations clean, organized, and fully stocked throughout the shift, • Assist with prep work, inventory, and receiving deliveries, • Communicate effectively with chefs and fellow team members, • Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations, • Assist with banquet and special event production as needed Qualifications • Minimum 1–2 years of line cook experience (hotel experience preferred), • Experience with breakfast, sauté, grill, pantry, or banquet production is a plus, • Ability to multitask in a high-volume kitchen, • Strong knife skills and understanding of basic cooking techniques, • Reliable, punctual, and a team player, • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds, • Flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays We Offer • Competitive hourly pay, • Paid training, • Opportunities for career advancement, • Employee meals during shifts, • Professional and supportive work environment, • Full-time and part-time opportunities, • Benefits available for eligible employees Join our team and help deliver exceptional dining experiences to hotel guests every day. Español Cocinero de Línea Ubicación: Hilton Garden Inn – Flushing, Queens, NY Estamos buscando un Cocinero de Línea responsable, con experiencia y pasión por la cocina para unirse a nuestro equipo culinario. El candidato ideal prepara alimentos de alta calidad, trabaja bien bajo presión y mantiene altos estándares de limpieza, organización y trabajo en equipo. Este puesto prepara alimentos para desayuno, almuerzo, cena, banquetes y servicio a la habitación, manteniendo los estándares de calidad y hospitalidad de Hilton. Responsabilidades • Preparar y cocinar platillos siguiendo recetas estandarizadas, • Organizar y abastecer su estación de trabajo antes del servicio, • Cumplir con las normas de manipulación de alimentos, HACCP y saneamiento, • Garantizar calidad, consistencia y rapidez en cada platillo, • Mantener limpia y organizada su estación durante todo el turno, • Ayudar con la preparación de alimentos, inventarios y recepción de mercancía, • Trabajar en coordinación con el Chef y el resto del equipo de cocina, • Cumplir con todas las normas de salud y seguridad, • Apoyar en eventos, banquetes y funciones especiales cuando sea necesario Requisitos • Mínimo de 1 a 2 años de experiencia como cocinero de línea (experiencia en hoteles es una ventaja), • Experiencia en desayuno, parrilla, salteados, cocina fría o banquetes es deseable, • Capacidad para trabajar en un ambiente de alto volumen, • Buen manejo de cuchillos y técnicas básicas de cocina, • Persona responsable, puntual y con excelente actitud de trabajo en equipo, • Capacidad para permanecer de pie durante largos períodos y levantar hasta 50 libras, • Disponibilidad para trabajar mañanas, tardes, fines de semana y días festivos Ofrecemos • Salario competitivo, • Capacitación pagada, • Oportunidades reales de crecimiento profesional, • Comidas durante el turno, • Excelente ambiente de trabajo, • Posiciones de tiempo completo y medio tiempo, • Beneficios para empleados elegibles ¡Únete a nuestro equipo y ayuda a crear experiencias gastronómicas excepcionales para nuestros huéspedes todos los días!

A private family club is seeking an experienced Line Cook / Prep Cook to join its culinary team. This role is essential for preparing high-quality dishes and ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and standards., • Assisting with ingredient preparation, including chopping, portioning, and storing., • Maintaining a clean and organized workstation and adhering to food safety regulations., • Collaborating with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient service. We offer competitive wages to qualified candidates. Potential benefits.

An Ecuadorian restaurant in Queens is seeking an experienced cook specializing in Ecuadorian cuisine to work Thursday through Sunday. Requirements: Experience preparing traditional Ecuadorian dishes. Punctual and responsible. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Maintain a clean and organized work station. Knowledge and adherence to basic food hygiene and handling standards. Positive attitude and teamwork skills. Availability to work Saturdays and Sundays. We are looking for a committed individual with a passion for cooking and a desire to be part of a growing team.