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  • Wok Cook
    Wok Cook
    16 hours ago
    $19–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Little Caribbean, Brooklyn

    Who We Are: At Orbital Kitchens, we take pride in delivering exceptional food experiences to our customers. We seek a dedicated High-Volume Wok Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. If you are a seasoned culinary professional with a passion for Asian cuisine and a knack for handling high-volume operations, we want to hear from you. Position Overview: As a High-Volume Wok Chef, your role is pivotal in ensuring our kitchen operates seamlessly during peak hours. You will be responsible for efficiently preparing and cooking a diverse range of Asian-inspired dishes using the art of wok cooking. Your dedication to maintaining high standards of food quality and consistency, even under the pressure of high customer demand, is crucial to our success. We encourage you to apply if you are an experienced Wok Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and can maintain exceptional food quality under high volume. Join our team and help create experiences for our customers. Key Responsibilities: Proven Experience: Demonstrate your expertise with 2-5 years of Professional Work Experience, High-Volume Cooking Experience, and experience in Asian Cuisine. Culinary Mastery: Showcase your in-depth knowledge of Wok cooking through stir-frying, deep-frying, steaming, and Asian flavor profiles. Diverse Menu Preparation: Prepare a variety of dishes, including stir-fried noodles, rice, vegetables, meats, seafood, and curries, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Speed and Efficiency: Work quickly and efficiently under high-volume demands, maintaining high productivity without compromising food quality or safety. Cleanliness and Organization: Maintain a clean, organized work area by properly storing ingredients, utensils, and equipment. Pressure Handling: Multitask and work efficiently under pressure to ensure timely meal preparation. Quality Control: Consistently produce dishes that meet our quality standards and presentation guidelines, adjusting seasoning, temperature, and cooking times as needed. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and timely food service. Communicate ingredient shortages or equipment issues to the shift lead or head chef. Reporting and Growth: Report all operational needs and equipment or kitchen aspects needing repair or improvement to management. Shift Availability: AM Shift: 9 am/10 am - 6 pm PM Shift: 6 pm - 3 am Orbital Kitchens is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. Our dedication to evolving business practices makes us a forward-thinking and innovative organization.

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  • Wok Cook
    Wok Cook
    16 hours ago
    $19–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Belmont, The Bronx

    Who We Are: At Orbital Kitchens, we take pride in delivering exceptional food experiences to our customers. We seek a dedicated High-Volume Wok Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. If you are a seasoned culinary professional with a passion for Asian cuisine and a knack for handling high-volume operations, we want to hear from you. Position Overview: As a High-Volume Wok Chef, your role is pivotal in ensuring our kitchen operates seamlessly during peak hours. You will be responsible for efficiently preparing and cooking a diverse range of Asian-inspired dishes using the art of wok cooking. Your dedication to maintaining high standards of food quality and consistency, even under the pressure of high customer demand, is crucial to our success. We encourage you to apply if you are an experienced Wok Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and can maintain exceptional food quality under high volume. Join our team and help create experiences for our customers. Key Responsibilities: Proven Experience: Demonstrate your expertise with 2-5 years of Professional Work Experience, High-Volume Cooking Experience, and experience in Asian Cuisine. Culinary Mastery: Showcase your in-depth knowledge of Wok cooking through stir-frying, deep-frying, steaming, and Asian flavor profiles. Diverse Menu Preparation: Prepare a variety of dishes, including stir-fried noodles, rice, vegetables, meats, seafood, and curries, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Speed and Efficiency: Work quickly and efficiently under high-volume demands, maintaining high productivity without compromising food quality or safety. Cleanliness and Organization: Maintain a clean, organized work area by properly storing ingredients, utensils, and equipment. Pressure Handling: Multitask and work efficiently under pressure to ensure timely meal preparation. Quality Control: Consistently produce dishes that meet our quality standards and presentation guidelines, adjusting seasoning, temperature, and cooking times as needed. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and timely food service. Communicate ingredient shortages or equipment issues to the shift lead or head chef. Reporting and Growth: Report all operational needs and equipment or kitchen aspects needing repair or improvement to management. Shift Availability: AM Shift: 9 am/10 am - 6 pm PM Shift: 6 pm - 3 am Orbital Kitchens is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment. Our dedication to evolving business practices makes us a forward-thinking and innovative organization.

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  • Barista
    Barista
    17 days ago
    $17–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Descriptions Square Coffee is a newly opened cafe located in east village, Manhattan. We focused on specialty/high end coffee, warm hospitality, and community. Our space blends clean design, quality drinks, and a calm but energetic atmosphere for creatives, students, and professionals in NYC. We’re building more than a café — we’re building a brand and a community. If you enjoy coffee culture, fast-paced environments, and working with young and energetic crowds, we welcome you with open arms. Open Positions Front Desk / Cashier Responsibilities • Handle POS and payments, • Support customer experience and flow, • Coordinate with baristas and kitchen staff, • Maintain cleanliness of front area, • Warm hospitality and clear with order Preferred Qualifications • Strong communication skills, • Friendly and professional attitude, • Comfortable in café environment, • Prior customer service experience is a plus, • Familiar with Asian culture or the ability to speak mandarin Barista Responsibilities • Prepare espresso, coffee, matcha, and café beverages, • Maintain drink quality and consistency, • Support daily café operations, • Keep workspace clean and organized, • Deliver friendly customer service Preferred Qualifications • Previous barista experience preferred, • Interest in specialty coffee and hospitality, • Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment, • Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset, • Familiar with Asian culture or the ability to speak mandarin, • NYC foodhandler permit or willing to receive one Hard requirement • ability to stand for long hours. (8-10hours), • Capability of lifting weights up to 40 pounds, • Clean personal appearance Benefits • Flexible schedule, • Great opportunities and improvement space, • Paid training, • Employee discount/ drinks, • Supportive freethinking and resource for ideas, • Paid lunch How to Apply message: • A brief introduction of yourself, • Resume(if have), • Potential work schedule, • previous work experiences(if any), • Mbti

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    1 month ago
    $20–$25 hourly
    Part-time
    Englewood

    CZEN Restaurant is hiring a hands-on Sous Chef for our new Caribbean Asian Fusion restaurant, "CZEN". Chef responsibilities include studying existing recipes, setting up menus, preparing high-quality dishes and leading your team with the head chef. You should be able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner. You should be familiar with sanitation regulations. Responsibilities Ability to set up and prepare all food items; opening and closing duties; replenishment and rotation of stock Set up of non-food items for shift; high level of sanitation awareness and conscientiousness; professional, safe, and efficient manner. Inputting daily event sheets and daily reports. Production of menu items in a timely manner and in accordance with company standards. Ability to follow directions precisely and consistently; maintenance of work area and proper food storage; opening and closing duties. Adheres to company guidelines and house rules, always exceeds guest expectations. Assist in staffing, scheduling, training, and counseling of event staff. Ability to interact with guests and staff in order to ensure guest satisfaction. Must have extensive knowledge of food and beverage menu, specials and services offered. Ability to assure compliance with company service standards, company inventory and cash control procedures. Work as a team with fellow associates and manage and lead your culinary team Inform wait staff about daily specials Ensure appealing plate presentation Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy) Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area Skills Proven work experience as a Sous Chef. Must have basic knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques. Sushi rolling & knowledge of Caribbean food is a plus. Leadership skills Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks Excellent time management abilities Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes Familiarity with sanitation regulations Ability to multitask in a fast paced, team orientated setting. Must be able to read, speak and write in English. Ability to lift and transport food and other items weighing up to 30 pounds, occasionally 50 pounds. Ability to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays. Must have sufficient mobility to perform assigned production tasks including: constant reaching, bending, stooping, wiping, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time. Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training. Compensation: Competitive pay, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: benefits, paid vacation, and 401k plan. CZEN is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Experience: Sous Chef in a Dine In Restaurant: 4 years (Required) Asian Culinary: 1 year (Preferred) Caribbean Culinary: 3 years (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Kitchen Crew Member (Part-time)
    Kitchen Crew Member (Part-time)
    1 month ago
    $21 hourly
    Part-time
    Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

    Secondz launched America’s first Ready-to-Cook curry puff brand — handcrafted, bold, globally inspired flavors designed for modern convenience. Even though we started as a Direct-to-Consumer & Retail Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), most of our customers are buying Ready-to-Eat at pop up events across Brooklyn. This year, we are entering our next phase of growth and have been selected by Smorgasburg to be a food vendor. We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented kitchen crew members who care about quality, consistency, and moving with purpose. We currently operate out of a shared kitchen space and we're not a restaurant. What You’ll Do • Prepare and cook fillings and dough (e.g., chicken curry, jerk chicken, beef rendang, vegetarian blends), • Portion, assemble, and crimp puff pastries to Secondz standards, • Operate ovens, air fryers, and commercial kitchen equipment safely, • Maintain high food safety and sanitation standards, • Assist with batching, labeling, packaging, and inventory prep, • Support R&D test batches when needed, • Maintain clean, organized prep stations, • Assist with loading and packing for pop-ups or wholesale orders What We’re Looking For • Prior kitchen or food prep experience preferred (but not required), • Ability to follow recipes precisely and work efficiently, • Strong attention to detail (our crimp matters!), • Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment, • Able to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods, • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented, • NYC Food Handler’s Certificate (or willingness to obtain) Bonus If You Have • Experience in pastry, dumpling, or hand-formed products, • Experience with batch cooking or food production, • Interest in Southeast Asian or global cuisines, • Experience working farmers markets or pop-ups What You’ll Gain • Hands-on experience building a fast-growing food brand, • Exposure to product development and new flavor launches, • Opportunity to grow into leadership roles as we scale, • A collaborative, mission-driven team environment

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  • Prep Cook
    Prep Cook
    1 month ago
    Part-time
    Elmhurst, Queens

    Back Of House Open Call — 6R Hospitality (Tribeca • Park Slope • West Village • Upper East Side • Upper West Side) ABOUT THE ROLE Our kitchens are not places where you clock in and crank tickets. They are places where labneh is whipped at 7am, lamb is broken down by hand, shakshuka comes up red and bubbling, and dirty duck fried rice hits the pass with the kind of crackle a regular can hear from across the room. Our restaurants are where the food earns the relationship, and where the plate that goes out at 9:47 on a Saturday is as honest as the one that went out at 6:02. YOU! You are the reason that happens. We’re looking for back of house cooks and leaders who understand that the line is a craft — not a treadmill. Someone who respects the product, the recipe, and the people standing next to them. Someone who wants to cook food they’re proud of, in a kitchen that’s actually run well. WHO YOU ARE • You cook with intention — every sear, every season, every plate gets your full attention, • You’re curious about ingredients, technique, and the cultures the food comes from, • You’re clean, fast, and organized — your station tells the story of how you work, • You communicate on the line: clear callbacks, honest timing, no surprises at the pass, • You hold the standard at 6pm and at 11:30pm — the last ticket gets the same care as the first WHAT YOU’LL DO • Own your station end-to-end: prep, mise, execution, breakdown, deep clean, • Know your recipes, allergens, and modifications cold — and execute them the same way every time, • Partner with the FOH and the rest of the kitchen to keep service moving as one team, • Hold the line on quality, portioning, and plating, even when the board is full, • Contribute to a kitchen culture built on craft, respect, and genuine hospitality WHAT YOU BRING • 1–2+ years on the line in a full-service, sit-down restaurant (NYC, preferred), • Comfort across multiple stations — sauté, grill, garde manger, pasta, or wok depending on the room, • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern or Asian technique is a plus; real curiosity is required, • Solid knife skills, clean station habits, and a working knowledge of food safety and allergen protocols, • Ability to stand, lift, and move at pace for 10+ hour shifts in a hot kitchen, • Flexibility across lunch, dinner, and weekend service COMPENSATION & PERKS • Competitive hourly rate that reflects your skill and station, • A real management team that communicates, respects your time, and grows with you, • Pathways to sous, CDC, and exec for cooks who want them

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  • Production Kitchen Manager (Part-time)
    Production Kitchen Manager (Part-time)
    1 month ago
    $25 hourly
    Part-time
    Clinton Hill, Brooklyn

    Secondz launched America’s first Ready-to-Cook curry puff brand — handcrafted, bold, globally inspired flavors designed for modern convenience. Even though we started as a Direct-to-Consumer & Retail Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), most of our customers are buying Ready-to-Eat at pop up events across Brooklyn. This year, we are entering our next phase of growth and have been selected by Smorgasburg to be a food vendor. We're looking for a Production Kitchen Manager to lead the kitchen, raise the bar on quality and food safety, and build systems that allow us to increase production without sacrificing craftsmanship. We currently operate out of a shared kitchen space and we're not a restaurant. The Role You will own day-to-day kitchen leadership, production execution, and operational excellence. You will turn recipes into repeatable systems, elevate standards, and scale output while protecting product integrity. You will report directly to the Founder. What You’ll Own 1. Kitchen Leadership • Lead, train, and schedule kitchen crew, • Build a culture of accountability, precision, and urgency, • Develop clear SOPs for fillings, dough, assembly, proofing, and baking, • Ensure consistent crimping, portioning, and finishing standards 2. Quality & Food Safety • Implement and enforce strict food safety protocols, • Maintain DOH compliance and kitchen audit readiness, • Establish batch tracking and labeling systems, • Reduce waste and improve yield efficiency 3. Production Scaling • Increase production capacity while maintaining quality, • Improve batching processes for fillings and dough, • Optimize workflow layout for speed and efficiency, • Manage prep forecasting for pop-ups, wholesale, and DTC 4. Product & Process Innovation • Collaborate on new flavor launches and seasonal specials, • Improve dough texture, consistency, and bake performance, • Standardize cold proofing and frozen production methods, • Test and document improvements for repeatability Who You Are • 5+ years of professional kitchen experience, • 2+ years in a leadership or head baker/head chef role, • Strong understanding of dough systems, pastry production, or dumpling-style products, • Deep knowledge of food safety, compliance, and kitchen organization, • Experience scaling small-batch production into higher-volume output, • Calm under pressure and highly organized, • Systems thinker who values documentation and repeatability Bonus If You Have • Experience in CPG or frozen food production, • Experience building kitchens from early-stage to scaled operations, • Familiarity with Southeast Asian flavors, • NYC Food Protection Certificate, • Experience preparing for wholesale or retail distribution What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months) • Production volume increased meaningfully without quality loss, • Kitchen SOPs documented and implemented, • Food safety systems tightened and audit-ready, • Reduced ingredient waste and improved margin efficiency, • Kitchen crew performing at a higher, more consistent level Why This Role Matters Secondz is moving from founder-led production to systems-led production. This role will help build the backbone of the brand’s operational engine. If you want to help scale a bold, globally inspired food brand from the inside out — this is your seat at the table.

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Elmhurst, Queens

    Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Back Of House Open Call — 6R Hospitality (Tribeca • Park Slope • West Village • Upper East Side • Upper West Side) ABOUT THE ROLE Our kitchens are not places where you clock in and crank tickets. They are places where labneh is whipped at 7am, lamb is broken down by hand, shakshuka comes up red and bubbling, and dirty duck fried rice hits the pass with the kind of crackle a regular can hear from across the room. Our restaurants are where the food earns the relationship, and where the plate that goes out at 9:47 on a Saturday is as honest as the one that went out at 6:02. YOU! You are the reason that happens. We’re looking for back of house cooks and leaders who understand that the line is a craft — not a treadmill. Someone who respects the product, the recipe, and the people standing next to them. Someone who wants to cook food they’re proud of, in a kitchen that’s actually run well. WHO YOU ARE • You cook with intention — every sear, every season, every plate gets your full attention, • You’re curious about ingredients, technique, and the cultures the food comes from, • You’re clean, fast, and organized — your station tells the story of how you work, • You communicate on the line: clear callbacks, honest timing, no surprises at the pass, • You hold the standard at 6pm and at 11:30pm — the last ticket gets the same care as the first WHAT YOU’LL DO • Own your station end-to-end: prep, mise, execution, breakdown, deep clean, • Know your recipes, allergens, and modifications cold — and execute them the same way every time, • Partner with the FOH and the rest of the kitchen to keep service moving as one team, • Hold the line on quality, portioning, and plating, even when the board is full, • Contribute to a kitchen culture built on craft, respect, and genuine hospitality WHAT YOU BRING • 1–2+ years on the line in a full-service, sit-down restaurant (NYC, preferred), • Comfort across multiple stations — sauté, grill, garde manger, pasta, or wok depending on the room, • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern or Asian technique is a plus; real curiosity is required, • Solid knife skills, clean station habits, and a working knowledge of food safety and allergen protocols, • Ability to stand, lift, and move at pace for 10+ hour shifts in a hot kitchen, • Flexibility across lunch, dinner, and weekend service COMPENSATION & PERKS • Competitive hourly rate that reflects your skill and station, • A real management team that communicates, respects your time, and grows with you, • Pathways to sous, CDC, and exec for cooks who want them

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  • General Manager
    General Manager
    1 month ago
    $65000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    General Manager – Singapore Social (Alphabet City / East Village, NYC) Singapore Social is a fast-paced, casual restaurant located in Alphabet City, on the border of the East Village. Our concept brings the flavors and hospitality of Southeast Asia to New York City, with a menu rooted in Singaporean cuisine and influenced by Indonesian and Malaysian traditions. In addition to our food program, we feature an extensive Singaporean coffee selection and a full bar program including cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic offerings. We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead day-to-day operations, develop our team, and help drive the continued growth of the restaurant. Compensation: • Salary range: $65,000 – $75,000 per year (based on experience) Key Responsibilities: • Oversee all daily restaurant operations (front and back of house), • Manage scheduling, staffing levels, and labor costs, • Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team, • Maintain strong service standards and ensure an excellent guest experience, • Oversee bar operations, including beverage quality, inventory, and cost control, • Monitor financial performance, including expenses, COGS, and profitability, • Create and maintain a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work culture, • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing requirements Qualifications: • Proven experience as a General Manager or senior restaurant leader in a high-volume setting, • Strong understanding of restaurant financials, including labor and cost control, • Experience managing bar programs (cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages), • Demonstrated leadership skills with a focus on team development and retention, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Background or familiarity with Southeast Asian cuisine and culture is highly preferred What We’re Looking For: We’re looking for someone who is both operationally strong and people-focused—someone who leads from the floor, sets the tone for hospitality, and takes ownership of the business. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, accountable, and passionate about creating a welcoming, high-energy dining experience. How to Apply: Please submit your resume along with a brief note outlining: • Your experience managing restaurant operations, • Your experience with bar programs, • Why you’re interested in Singapore Social and this concept Only applicants with relevant management experience will be considered.

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