Deli Man - Fast N Fresh Deli Market Corp - New York

Deli Man

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.

K-Slope Marketplace is seeking a dependable and organized Part-Time Bakery Associate to prepare and bake fresh breads, pastries, and other baked goods for daily display. This position will primarily involve baking frozen dough, par-baked breads, and ready-to-bake bakery products according to established instructions and production schedules. The Bakery Associate is responsible for ensuring products are baked properly, packaged, labeled, and displayed during the store’s morning hours. In addition, the bakery associate will be responsible for some general cheese displays, deli merchandising prep, and other various duties around the bakery / deli location (excluding service counter). This is a morning position working around 20 hours, 6 days per week. Starting pay is $17.00/hr Key Responsibilities Baking and Production Prepare and bake frozen dough, par-baked breads, rolls, pastries, muffins, cookies, and other ready-to-bake products. Follow product instructions for thawing, proofing, baking temperatures, and baking times. Monitor products throughout the baking process to ensure proper color, texture, and quality. Finish products as required, including glazing, icing, sugaring, slicing, or applying toppings. Follow the daily production schedule and ensure bakery displays are stocked before peak shopping hours. Adjust production quantities based on inventory, sales patterns, and management direction. Packaging and Display Package, weigh, label, and price finished bakery products accurately. Arrange breads and baked goods neatly in bakery displays, tables, and cases. Keep displays full, clean, organized, and visually appealing. Rotate products using First-In, First-Out procedures. Remove expired, damaged, or poor-quality products from display. Inventory and Waste Control Monitor supplies of frozen dough, par-baked products, packaging materials, labels, and bakery ingredients. Inform management when products or supplies are running low. Follow production quantities carefully to reduce overproduction and waste. Record damaged, expired, or discarded products when required. Food Safety and Sanitation Follow all company food-safety, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures. Maintain a clean and organized bakery preparation area. Clean ovens, proofers, racks, trays, utensils, worktables, and other bakery equipment. Store frozen, refrigerated, and finished products properly. Safely operate commercial ovens, proofers, slicers, and other bakery equipment. Customer Service Provide friendly and courteous assistance to customers. Answer basic questions about bakery products, ingredients, prices, and availability. Assist customers with selecting or locating bakery products. Notify management of customer special-order requests. Qualifications Previous bakery, grocery, food-service, or kitchen experience is preferred. Ability to carefully follow written product and baking instructions. Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently during early morning hours. Strong attention to detail and product presentation. Ability to manage multiple products with different baking and proofing times. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Basic English communication and reading skills are preferred. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to regularly bend, reach, lift, carry, push, and pull. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to safely handle hot trays, baking racks, and bakery equipment. Ability to work around ovens, freezers, refrigerators, and changing temperatures. Schedule and Compensation Part-Time (20hrs/week) Morning shifts 6 days per week Weekend and holiday availability may be required Starting Pay: $17.00/hr About K-Slope Marketplace K-Slope Marketplace is committed to providing customers with fresh, high-quality foods and excellent neighborhood service. The Bakery Associate plays an important role in preparing fresh bakery products and ensuring the department is fully stocked, clean, and ready for customers each morning. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From $17.00 per hour Benefits: Paid time off Work Location: In person

Karm Cafe is seeking a dedicated and experienced Deli Manager to oversee daily operations within our bustling deli section. As a Deli Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring high standards of food quality, customer service, and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: • Manage and supervise daily deli operations, including food preparation, display, and service., • Lead, train, and schedule deli staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment., • Maintain inventory levels, place orders, and minimize waste to ensure optimal product availability and cost control., • Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards., • Deliver exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and ensuring customer satisfaction., • Merchandise deli products attractively to maximize sales and appeal., • Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to achieve revenue targets., • Handle administrative tasks such as reporting and record-keeping. Qualifications: • Proven experience in deli management or a similar role within a cafe or grocery store setting., • Strong leadership and team management skills., • Excellent understanding of food safety regulations and best practices., • Customer-focused with outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively., • Basic computer proficiency for inventory and scheduling.

Job Title: Short Order Cook / Deli CookLocation: [Insert Location]Job Type: Part-Time Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and efficient Short Order Cook / Deli Cook to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will prepare and cook a variety of short-order and deli-style foods, ensuring high quality, consistency, and quick service. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare, cook, and serve breakfast, sandwiches, salads, and other deli or short-order menu items., • Ensure all food items are made according to recipes, portion standards, and food safety guidelines., • Operate grills, fryers, slicers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, deli station, and prep areas., • Monitor food inventory and communicate shortages to management., • Follow proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures., • Assist with restocking, labeling, and rotating food items., • Provide excellent customer service and respond promptly to special requests or orders. Qualifications: • Proven experience as a short order cook, deli cook, or in a similar kitchen role., • Strong knowledge of short-order and deli-style food preparation., • Ability to work quickly under pressure in a fast-paced environment., • Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation standards., • Good communication and teamwork skills., • Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.