Sushi Chef - Agata & Valentina - New York

Job Details Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion guidelines and presentation standards Set up and maintain a clean, organized workstation, ensuring proper ingredient preparation and storage Follow food safety and sanitation protocols, including proper labeling, dating, and rotation of ingredients Work closely with the kitchen team to coordinate production and ensure timely service Assist with receiving, stocking, and managing inventory to maintain freshness and minimize waste Adapt to changing kitchen needs, assisting with prep work, station changes, and other tasks as required Maintain professionalism in a fast-paced, customer focused environment Knowledge Skills and Competencies 2-3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a high-volume setting Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail Strong communication and teamwork skills to ensure smooth kitchen operations Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays Employee discounts Equal Opportunity Statement Agata & Valentina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. 2 vacant positions

Kitchen Lead / Head Cook – High-Volume Coffee & Brunch Spot (Astoria, Queens) We’re a busy, fast-paced coffee and all-day brunch spot in Astoria looking for a strong Kitchen Lead / Head Cook to join our team. This is a hands-on role for someone who can handle volume, stay organized under pressure, and keep food quality consistent during rushes. 🔪 Responsibilities: - Run the kitchen during service (especially peak hours) - Prepare and execute a simple, high-volume brunch menu - Maintain speed, consistency, and cleanliness - Manage prep and station organization - Assist with ordering and basic inventory - Keep food waste low and costs under control ⚡ What We’re Looking For: • 5+ years of kitchen experience & knowledge, • Experience in a fast-paced brunch or café environment, • Ability to handle high ticket volume efficiently, • Strong work ethic and reliability, • Clean, organized, and detail-oriented, • Team player with a positive attitude 💰 Compensation: - $21–$23/hour (based on experience) - Full-time position - Consistent schedule ⏰ Hours: - 5 days/week - Shifts between 7 AM – 7 PM - Weekend availability required Our Kitchen: - Simple, streamlined menu (egg sandwiches, brunch items, etc.) - Focus on speed, consistency, and quality - High daily volume with strong takeout/delivery flow If you’re fast, dependable, and know how to handle a busy brunch service, we want to hear from you. To apply: Send your experience and availability.

Prepare and cook grilled dishes Ensure food quality and proper presentation Maintain cleanliness of the grill station Follow kitchen safety and hygiene standards Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

🔥 We're Hiring – Tandoori Chef Wanted for Busy NYC Indian Restaurant! We're looking for a skilled Tandoori Chef to join our team at a fast-paced and well-loved Indian restaurant in New York City. What we’re looking for: 👨‍🍳 Strong experience in traditional tandoori cooking 🏃‍♂️ Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen 📍 Based in the NYC area 🗓️ Full-time availability (5–6 days/week) 💵 Competitive salary, great team environment Ideal candidates will have prior experience in NYC Indian kitchens and be passionate about authentic flavors and quality service.

This position is GUEST FACING. We are on the hunt for an experienced line cook to join our talented team and help prepare meals according to our standard recipes. This position is a hybrid position in which you will also work in the back of house prepping for service on some days. Your principal goal will be to prepare high-quality meals that meet the chef’s exact specifications. This position is customer facing and you will be taking orders and fulfilling them. The ideal candidate is high energy, friendly, and loves engaging with customers. You will be responsible for setting up the prep station, stocking inventory, and maintaining sanitation standards. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills. Ultimately, you will play an essential role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and restaurant growth. Line Cook Responsibilities: Ensuring the preparation station and the kitchen are set up and stocked. Preparing simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces. Reporting to the executive chef and following instructions. Making sure food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards. Cleaning prep areas and taking care of leftovers. Stocking inventory and supplies. Cooking menu items with the support of the kitchen staff.

If you’ve got the discipline, we’ve got the sushi dojo If you’re the kind of sushi cook who pays attention, takes pride in clean work, and wants to grow through discipline and technique — you’ll fit in here. Not because you’re perfect, but because you’re committed. This position works out of the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort. THE WHY Sushi by Scratch believes that a team that is well taken care of will pay it forward to our guests, teammates and communities. Our goal is to support you so you can support those around you. We run organized kitchens, care about standards, communicate. We show up for each other day in and day out. Our culture is professional, focused, supportive and FUN! Sushi by Scratch Restaurants sees the value in teaching, training, and knows that cooks become chefs through mentorship, guidance and commitment. Everyone here is working toward the same goal — consistency, craft, and great hospitality. The expectation is simple: be prepared, be respectful, and bring pride to your work. THE ROLE You’ll be responsible for: • Executing recipes and techniques accurately, • Keeping a clean, organized station, • Learning and upholding SBS standards and systems, • Supporting daily service with focus and professionalism, • Working clean, orderly prep and maintaining quality, • Sushi rice production, sauces, fish storage, and rotation, • Bringing a positive attitude and respect for hospitality Non-Negotiables • 2+ years of kitchen experience (fine dining or high-standard kitchens preferred), • Positive attitude and willingness to learn, • High personal and professional standards, • Ability to work clean, organized, and efficiently, • Legally eligible to work in the U.S., • Current ServSafe Food Handler or ability to obtain before starting, • Reliability, punctuality, and consistency in prep + service, • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow systems, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment The Extras We Appreciate • Experience in Michelin-level or similar kitchens, • Strong sushi fundamentals or Japanese cuisine background, • Jedi-level time management and station organization, • Curiosity about technique, ingredients, and craft, • Interest in mentoring or being a supportive teammate, • Comfort adapting to structured systems and evolving standards, • Familiarity with hospitality-driven service cadence, • Desire to contribute creatively as you grow On top of that Compensation $65,000–$75,000 / year** And additional benefits and perks For full time and part time that qualify you’ll get a full benefits package: • 401(k) + matching, • Health, dental, vision, • PTO after 60 days, • Employee discounts, • Wellness resources, • Opportunities for advancement

The Sous Chef forFB 575 at Nama at Aman New York is responsible for providing overallleadership, creating a consistent positive environment while maintaining thehighest degree of quality in both service and product. This includes overseeingrecipe development, item costing, product specification, sourcing,implementation of new menus and on-going quality assurance processes andsystems. This position has salary that can rage from $80,000 to $85,000 a year. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Act as leader in Chef de Cuisine's absence,including standing in for Omakase or expediting main dining room service, • Plan and execute events from a culinary perspective, • Formulate and implement procedural guidelines,policies and standards pertaining to the restaurant, • Adhere to all guidelines in the employee handbook, • Set up and sanitize workstations, • Ensure all food items are properly stored and easilyaccessible, • Supervise food and cooling temperatures, • Accept or reject ingredients from suppliers, • Maintaina clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen, • Check all station mise en place daily prior to eachservice. Ensure that it is to standard., • Do random sanitation and temperature checks on eachstation, • Base prep volumes and schedules based off ofreservation numbers., • Ensure the team to be on line for kitchen line up, • Ensure kitchen maintains cleanliness, • Report kitchen issues to engineering and follow upon status, • Ensure day to day compliance with department ofhealth protocols, • Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS • Culinaryassociate degree or apprenticeship in culinary arts preferred, and at least 2years in a supervisory level in aluxury restaurant or hotel setting, Japanese cuisine preferred, • Familiar with luxury Omakase style sushi service, • Ability to train, guide and coach line cooks and new hires, • Strong teamwork and communication skills, • Able to work long shifts in a fast paced environment, • Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, nights, andholidays, • Food Safety certified, • Able to be organized, manage time wisely and workwith little to no direct supervision, • Very high attention to detail, • Sensitive to cultural nuances, • Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fastpaced environment, • Ability to maintain a clean and professionalappearance as per company policies, • Abilityto carry, push, and pull heavy loads; standing, bending and lifting up to 40pounds may be required, • Ability to stand for extended periods of time, • Multi-lingual is a plus

Weekends and nights required. As a Line Cook, you will be an essential part of our brain-health focused food company, preparing fresh, high-quality meals for New Yorkers on the go. You will contribute to our mission of providing delicious and nutritious options in a fast-casual environment, while also supporting our catering and commissary operations. Responsibilities • Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and quality standards, ensuring consistency and proper portioning., • Assist in the preparation and execution of catering orders, ensuring timely production, accurate packaging, and presentation standards are met., • Support commissary kitchen operations, including batch cooking, ingredient prep, and packaging for multiple locations or service channels., • Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering strictly to all food safety and sanitation guidelines., • Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently., • Monitor food levels and assist with inventory management, stocking, and commissary supply coordination., • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and timely service during peak hours, as well as during large-scale catering production., • Contribute to a positive and efficient kitchen environment. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Line Cook or in a similar food preparation role, preferably in a fast-paced restaurant, catering, or commissary setting., • A valid NYC Food Handler's Certificate is required., • Strong understanding of culinary techniques and food safety best practices., • Experience with high-volume prep, catering production, or commissary workflows is a plus., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain attention to detail., • Excellent teamwork and communication skills., • Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed. If you are passionate about fresh food, maintaining high standards, and thrive in a dynamic kitchen, we invite you to join our team and help us deliver exceptional, health-focused meals.

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