Demi Pastry Chef - Complete Cafe - New York

Job Details The Nest Williamsburg Overview: As a Cook at The Nest, you’ll play a key role in bringing our food to life. You’ll work closely with the Chef and kitchen team to prepare dishes with consistency and care, making sure every plate meets our quality and presentation standards. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area, ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. What You’ll Do: • Daily food preparation, cooking, and execution of menu items., • Uphold recipes, portioning, and presentation standards to ensure quality and consistency., • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times., • Follow food safety, health, and sanitation guidelines., • Restock and rotate ingredients and supplies to minimize waste and ensure freshness., • Assist with prep tasks, inventory, and receiving deliveries as needed., • Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service flow., • Support in maintaining kitchen equipment and reporting any issues promptly. What We’re Looking For: • Prior kitchen experience preferred, but we’re willing to train the right person., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Positive, team-oriented attitude., • Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs., • Availability Monday through Sunday Perks of Joining Our Team: • Competitive hourly wage, • Training and growth opportunities, • Dining discounts, • Paid Time Off, • Health, vision and dental insurance, • Commuter benefits, • A positive, supportive work environment where your contributions matter Schedule: Flexible shifts (mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends) How to Apply: Submit your resume and a quick note about why you’d be a great fit. We can’t wait to meet you! The Nest Williamsburg LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join our movement to rewrite the future of fast food and grow your own future too! Top-performing Kitchen Leads have a clear path to General Manager within 2-3 years. What You’ll Actually Do: • Own food quality by ensuring every item meets sweetgreen’s standards for flavor, food safety, and presentation, • Prep and cook hot food to standard using knives, kitchen tools, and ovens (no flames, no fryer oil), • Help teammates improve food execution through real-time feedback, • Stay ahead of volume by managing prep timing and par levels to keep the kitchen running smoothly, • Be the advocate for food quality on shift, spotting issues early and fixing them fast, • Partner with Shift Leaders and Managers to uphold food safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence This Role is a Great Fit If You: • Love being in the kitchen and take pride in food quality, consistency, and clean execution, • Want leadership responsibility without full people management, • Enjoy training peers and getting them excited about new menu launches, • Have experience in high-volume kitchens (fast casual, QSR, full service, or corporate dining all welcome) The Perks: • Tips* (subject to location and role), • Competitive wages, • This role is a key step toward Shift leader and Manager opportunities, • Medical, dental, and vision options for part-time and full-time team members*, • Paid vacation, wellness time, and parental leave*, • Free meal every shift, • 401(k)*, • Team Member Merch Shop - earn and buy custom Sweetgreen gear *Depending on eligibility Minimum Requirements • Meet all physical requirements for all roles within the Kitchen Lead career path, including Team Member., • Comfortable working on your feet, • Maintain attention to detail and environmental awareness during operations, • Use touch to assess quality and complete detail-oriented tasks, • Routinely handling items up to 5-25 lbs, and occasionally handling items 40-50 lbs, • Food safety knowledge (Food Handler or ServSafe certification), • Able to follow food safety, cleanliness, and quality standards, • Must be available to work a minimum of 30 hours per week, • Must be 18 years of age or older, • Must be authorized to work in the United States

New York style pizza maker must have experience

Reports to: General Manager With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR Our Cake Team Members are true masters of their crafts. The quality and beauty of their creations are second to none. That level of quality and commitment to excellence is found in everyone who works with us. This candidate will be responsible for ensuring the confectionary execution of all cakes, pastries and desserts. Our ideal Cake Team Member will have a passion for decorating and producing cakes in order to bring a smile and satisfaction to our guests! KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for scaling, decorating and producing of all Desserts, Pastries and Cakes, • General knowledge of production methods and organization of Confectionary production, • Learn new products and skills and has ability to demonstrate proper techniques to new cakers, • Sanitization procedures, maintaining overall cleanliness of work station, • Must be able to manage time and skills with strong organization, • Knowledge of all recipes and procedures of all production, • Ensure cake display is presentable for internal and external customers, • Make creams and sauces for cakes and pastries, • Receive, stock, and store food in designated containers and storage areas in an organized manner, • Inform supervisor when equipment is not working properly and manage when food supplies are getting low, • Perform other related duties as assigned WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Knowledge on food producing process, sanitization, quality program, • Knowledge on food producing technique, food microbiology, and food sanitary safety practice/procedure, • Ability to work weekends and holidays., • Food safety, food labeling, nutrition related knowledge (include FDA), • Confectionery/Foods major recommended, • Food Handler's Certificate, preferred, • Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment, • Ability to multi-task, • Multiple priority management abilities, • Feedback is a gift! We can only learn, grow and improve our service if we hear and understand what it is our customers are telling us., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and manage diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Flexible work schedule, • Competitive compensation, • Discounted meals during your shift, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits for full time employees

Support the kitchen team with day-to-day restaurant operations.

Reports to: General Manager With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR Our Cake Team Members are true masters of their crafts. The quality and beauty of their creations are second to none. That level of quality and commitment to excellence is found in everyone who works with us. This candidate will be responsible for ensuring the confectionary execution of all cakes, pastries and desserts. Our ideal Cake Team Member will have a passion for decorating and producing cakes in order to bring a smile and satisfaction to our guests! KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for scaling, decorating and producing of all Desserts, Pastries and Cakes, • General knowledge of production methods and organization of Confectionary production, • Learn new products and skills and has ability to demonstrate proper techniques to new cakers, • Sanitization procedures, maintaining overall cleanliness of work station, • Must be able to manage time and skills with strong organization, • Knowledge of all recipes and procedures of all production, • Ensure cake display is presentable for internal and external customers, • Make creams and sauces for cakes and pastries, • Receive, stock, and store food in designated containers and storage areas in an organized manner, • Inform supervisor when equipment is not working properly and manage when food supplies are getting low, • Perform other related duties as assigned WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • Knowledge on food producing process, sanitization, quality program, • Knowledge on food producing technique, food microbiology, and food sanitary safety practice/procedure, • Ability to work weekends and holidays., • Food safety, food labeling, nutrition related knowledge (include FDA), • Confectionery/Foods major recommended, • Food Handler's Certificate, preferred, • Effective communication skills and ability to work in a team environment, • Ability to multi-task, • Multiple priority management abilities, • Feedback is a gift! We can only learn, grow and improve our service if we hear and understand what it is our customers are telling us., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and manage diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Flexible work schedule, • Competitive compensation, • Discounted meals during your shift, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits for full time employees

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.

Line Cook (PM and Weekend Availability) – East Village | Stable Hours | Growth Opportunity Veselka – busy, established Ukrainian restaurant in East Village is looking for a reliable line cook. Schedule: PM Shifts: Monday-Friday 4 PM-12 AM Weekend: Saturday-Sunday 7 AM-3 PM Saturday-Sunday 3 PM-11 PM Flexible scheduling across PM and Weekend shifts. Perfect for someone looking for consistent hours and the opportunity to grow in a high-volume kitchen. What you’ll do: • Prepare food to order (dine-in & takeout), • Work across different stations depending on shift, • Support team during busy brunch and dinner service, • Focus on consistency, speed, and quality What we’re looking for: • Line cook experience, • Ability to work clean and organized, • Flexibility with schedule (AM/PM/weekends), • Reliable and on time What we offer: • $19–$22/hour, • Stable schedule every week, • Supportive team, • Opportunity to transition into a full-time line cook position - many of our full-time cooks started part-time. If you’ve worked in busy kitchens and want consistent hours with growth potential - this is a good fit.