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  • Cook
    Cook
    20 hours ago
    $21.25 hourly
    Part-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    The Cook is responsible for supporting daily kitchen operations by preparing, cooking, and presenting food items according to established recipes, quality standards, and production schedules. This role ensures that all food is prepared safely, efficiently, and consistently while maintaining proper sanitation, inventory control, and workstation organization. The Cook works collaboratively with the culinary team to meet service demands, support special productions, and uphold food safety, hygiene, and Kosher compliance standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This is a full-time seasonal position running from May 1 through October 31, 2026. Candidates must be available to work Sunday through Friday, with Saturdays off. Shifts are scheduled within the organization’s hours of operation: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Responsibilities: Assist with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations Assemble and prepare ingredients including cleaning and cutting ingredients, butchering meat, preparing sauces, etc. Cook various foods according to orders and in-house needs Assist with the creation and production of goods for special presentations Check orders to determine the variety and quantity of goods needed Maintain production schedules to ensure timely delivery of goods Store foods properly in designated areas following proper temperature, dating, labeling, and stock rotation procedures Utilize approved food production standards to ensure proper quality and portion control Maintain inventory control and production practices to minimize wastage Working safely with large volumes of culinary equipment Communicate effectively with team members of various levels Ensure compliance with applicable food hygiene, safety, and Kosher requirements Maintain a clean and organized workspace at all times Assets: 1-year minimum experience Food Handlers certification preferred Culinary Experience Food preparation, handling & safety Food Service Kitchen Experience Food Handler Certification Job Type: Full‑Time seasonal position running from May 1 through October 31, 2026. Shift: Scheduled within hours of operation: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Ability to commute/relocate: Jamaica, NY 11434: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Cooking: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Food Safety Certification (preferred) Work Location: In person

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  • Grill Cook
    Grill Cook
    5 days ago
    $17.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Oceanside

    At Naya, we share Middle Eastern flavors that nourish, inspire, and connect us. Serving Middle Eastern goodness since 2008. Our mission has always been to provide authentic, fresh, and nutritious Middle Eastern meals that look great and taste amazing. Consistency is key to our success; we commit to delivering excellent service and quality to our customers in all of our locations, all day. Reports to: General Manager Location: Oceanside, NY ++How You'll Impact++ The Grill Cook makes an impact on the NAYA experience by ensuring that the BOH is being executed at the highest standards: all recipes are being produced to the NAYA specifications, equipment is all clean and maintained, workspace is meticulously clean, food prep and production timing ensures the highest quality of food, food safety checklist completed and, line tastings performed. ++Benefits of Working with NAYA!++ • Same day pay option available via Streamä, • Employee gift card program with OnARollä, • Vacation and Sick Pay, • Free meals every day, • Paid breaks, • Career growth opportunities, • Commuter pre-tax benefits, • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance, • Life Insurance ++What You'll Do++ • Manages the grill station from start to finish, Cooking and preparing food for consumption by the customer and employee meals, • Ensure that all food products have been prepared correctly before cooking and are to Naya's recipes and standards, • Check food quality throughout the day to ensure freshness, • Maintain appropriate portion-control and limit waste, • Complete shift work (prep, opening and closing checklists), as assigned, timely and thoroughly in accordance with standards, • Clean and stock station as assigned, by the start of each shift, • Clean equipment, as assigned, thoroughly and in a timely fashion, • Manage proper storing, rotations, and temperatures according to Health regulations, • Updates knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities, • Informs manager on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations, • Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely ++Who You Are++ • 2+ years of culinary experience, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Maintains a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; Grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management team.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    12 days ago
    Full-time
    Queens, New York

    Attention all Southern cuisine Sous Chefs and line cooks. Join our culinary team as a versatile Restaurant Staff member, where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional dining experiences. Whether you're assisting in the kitchen, serving guests,, or managing cashier duties, your energetic and positive attitude will help create a welcoming atmosphere. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your culinary and customer service skills while contributing to a vibrant food service environment. We value teamwork, enthusiasm, and a passion for food, making this an ideal role for those eager to grow within the food industry. Responsibilities Assist in menu planning and ingredient sourcing to maintain fresh and appealing offerings • Maintain cleanliness and organization of Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth restaurant operations during busy hours. We make everything from scratch here, if you can make peach cobbler with a homemade crust, banana pudding and other desserts from scratch. Or you are talented in smoking meats, making roux or gravies we want you. Our menu consists of authentic Southern classics. Collard greens, gumbo, jambalaya, baked Mac n cheese, etc... If you are a Rockstar we want to hear from you bring your A-game and a Great personality. We serve great food here and Southern hospitality We Do not serve Attitude. Kitchen Team Positions Skillls Apply now- Sous Chefs, Line cook, Prep cook, cashier salary : Cashier/food expeditor - $35,360-$40,000 Line Cook-$50,000-$52,000 Sous Chef-$65,000-$70,000

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