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Are you a culinary leader with a passion for excellence and a love of collaboration? Dish Food & Events, an award-winning catering and events company in the heart of NYC, is seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. With over 15 years of experience creating unforgettable events, we’re known for our warm hospitality, delicious and innovative cuisine, and a team-focused culture that empowers every team member to thrive. As Executive Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with our Executive Chef to lead and inspire a talented kitchen team, ensuring the highest standards of quality, flavor, and service. From mentoring new kitchen leaders to overseeing production for extraordinary events, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both our team and our clients. If you’re ready to bring your leadership skills, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence to a company that values authenticity, creativity, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you! Qualifications Culinary degree or equivalent professional training preferred NY Department of Health Food Handler’s License required. Minimum 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role, ideally in high-volume catering, fine dining restaurants or events. Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to mentor and develop diverse kitchen teams. Expertise in food costing, inventory management, and achieving financial goals. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to oversee production and maintain quality standards. Proficient in recipe development, menu planning, and maintaining consistency across events. Knowledge of NYC Department of Health guidelines and a commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary kitchen. Outstanding communication skills for team coordination, client interaction, and vendor relationships. Passion for delivering creative, high-quality dishes that align with seasonality and client preferences. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and attend off-premise events (1-2 per month) as needed. Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish is strongly preferred Job Description Responsibilities would include but not be limited to: LEADERSHIP Create a positive and inspiring environment for the commissary team. Provide coaching and mentorship to our team. Foster new kitchen leadership. Maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen as per NYC Dept of Health guidelines. DOH Food Handler’s license required. Lead kitchen when executive chef is absent with sous chef. Assist in hiring, training, scheduling and managing a diverse and professional kitchen and event staff Delegate team on event production, commissary cleaning, and organizing. Train and foster new leadership. Lead and maintain a high performing team that produces quality work and excellent food. Control and maintain a high level of quality. This includes supervising and creating systems for packing events and communication of serving standards. Set a standard of quality and flavor. Lead + delegate production of an exciting and fun daily family meal for our team. Lead training sessions for commissary and event kitchen staff. Occasionally attend off premise full service events (approximately 1-2 per month) to gain insight into our operations, lead the event kitchen team and ensure quality control. Represent the company in front of our clients and in media (i.e. tastings, interviews with blogs, magazines, social media) PRODUCTION, PURCHASING + MAINTENANCE Collaborate with Sous Chef to develop daily prep lists and then execute food production in our kitchen, resulting in quality work and delicious food Oversee daily, weekly, and monthly inventory of food product and supplies Assist the Executive Chef in meeting financial goals for food, kitchen labor and kitchen supply costs Alongside, the Executive Chef prepares event questions and changes for production meetings. Communicate efficiently and effectively with kitchen team, operations department, event staff, sales team and vendors Execute Client tastings and lead at a high performance level on an as needed basis Together with the Operations Manager, Executive Chef and Sous Chef and Pastry Chef, update and maintain recipes, costing, and other menu details in our catering system (Total Party Planner) Delegate and oversee facility maintenance including implementation of our preventive maintenance schedule. R&D Test out flavors of dishes that include sub recipes. Measure and weigh individual ingredients using a scale. Keep all records up to date and organized utilizing our catering system (Total Party Planner). Understand all policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs. Attend and actively participate in required meetings and bring suggestions for improvement. Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests. CORE VALUESExemplify our company core values, mission statement and standards. Foster positive communication with the front and back of house team. Actively participate in our Continuous Employee Success Management program including weekly 1:1s, six-month check-ins and annual performance reviews. Compensation + Benefits Competitive annual salary in the range of $80-90k with bonus potential. Option to enroll in major medical, dental and vision insurance Paid Days Off (Vacation + Personal Days + Dish Holidays) Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) program designed to support the communities where we live and work Paid Family Leave, Sick Pay, ST and LT Disability insurance 401k Plan to invest in your future after 12 months of full-time employment Commuter transportation benefits Company dining program of daily delicious family meals (aka free lunch!) Dish provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Key Responsibilities: Guest Coordination: Welcome and check in guests for dinner cruises and charters Communicate cruise details, schedules, and expectations clearly to all guests Address on-site customer questions, requests, and issues with professionalism Event & Cruise Logistics: Coordinate with vendors (catering, entertainment, musicians, decorators, etc.) Ensure boat is cruise-ready (clean, set up, stocked, and staffed) Monitor timelines and manage boarding/disembarkation processes Maintain manifest accuracy and monitor guest counts Private Charters: Liaise with clients to confirm cruise details, timing, food and beverage choices, and special requests Provide day-of-event support to ensure charter expectations are met or exceeded Administrative: Assist in preparing run sheets and event schedules Track special requests and dietary accommodations Report any operational issues or incidents to management Qualifications: Prior experience in events, hospitality, or maritime coordination preferred Strong organizational and time-management skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Comfortable working on water-based vessels Ability to stand and move for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Bonus Points For: Knowledge of NYC waterfront and tourism industry Bilingual or multilingual abilities Familiarity with event coordination software or booking systems Compensation: Competitive hourly wage or salary Tips or bonus incentives (if applicable) Opportunities for growth in a fast-growing cruise and events company

Job Title: Shift Leader Team Member (Counter-service.) Location: New York City, NY Company: Brown Bag Sandwich Co. Brown Bag Sandwich Co. is the first chopped sandwich concept in NYC. We pride ourselves on bridging the gap between the accessibility and community of your local corner store, and the quality and experience of a classic NYC delicatessen. As a startup, we're looking for dedicated individuals who are excited to grow and evolve with us. A key part of this role will require guest-facing interaction, on a consistent basis. Key Responsibilities: Must be fluent with basic computer skills ie responding to catering inquiries Ring up customers on the register throughout service Expo on an as-needed basis to direct the order flow of tickets coming in Efficiently wrap, bag, and hand-off sandwich orders to customers in accordance with the ticket order flow Maintain a clean and organized station by re-stocking chips, drinks, wiping tables, wiping counters, stamping bags, sweeping the floor, etc Open & close cash drawer on an as-needed basis Understand stock levels of product and marking items OOS on the POS accordingly Provide excellent customer service by engaging with customers in a friendly and professional manner When it gets busy, jump in to prepare and assemble chopped sandwiches according to company recipes and customer requests Memorize the menu in order to provide information about products to customers Ensure all ingredients are fresh, properly stored, and safely handled according to DOH standards (start/discard labels, FIFO, labeling/dating product) Contribute to preparation on an as-needed basis Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple orders simultaneously. Contribute to the overall success of the startup by being adaptable and willing to take on new tasks as needed. Qualifications: Previous experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment (bonus if a QSR, specifically bodega, deli, or sandwich shop.) Experience communicating with guests in a fast-paced setting Experience on the cash register & cash handling Experience with a meat slicer and knife skills is a plus Friendly, outgoing, and customer-oriented attitude. Strong work ethic and willingness to learn and grow with the company. Excited about contributing to building something. Ability to work well under pressure and multitask effectively. Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. What We Offer: Opportunity to be a part of a unique and innovative food concept in NYC. Competitive pay and potential for growth within the company. A chance to help shape the future of Brown Bag Sandwich Co. as we expand and evolve. Employee discount PTO accrual (after 3-months) Hours & Pay: 30-35 hours per week Flexibility in scheduling. In addition to week-days, availability to work weekends (i.e Saturdays / Sundays.) $20-24/hour + tips

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This role is perfect for individuals looking to grow their culinary skills and contribute to a dynamic food service operation, whether in a restaurant, catering service, or fine dining establishment. Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of ingredients and cooking of menu items according to established recipes and standards. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including proper food handling and storage practices. Support the head cook in menu planning and execution for daily specials or events. Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including knives and other food preparation tools. Collaborate with team members to ensure timely service and high-quality food presentation. Participate in inventory management, including tracking supplies and reporting shortages. Follow all health and safety regulations within the dietary department. Skills Proficient in food handling techniques and knowledge of safety standards. Strong knife skills with the ability to prepare various ingredients efficiently. Experience in restaurant or catering environments is preferred. Familiarity with food preparation methods used in fine dining settings. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while maintaining a positive attitude under pressure. Excellent time management skills to handle multiple tasks effectively. Basic understanding of menu planning and dietary requirements is a plus. Join us as an Assistant Cook and take your culinary career to the next level while contributing to an exceptional dining experience! Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $30,655.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Vision insurance Shift: Morning shift Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: Bronx, NY 10457 (Required) Ability to Relocate: Bronx, NY 10457: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person