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Job Description Overview Applebee’s is hiring Prep Cooks who enjoy working behind the scenes to keep the kitchen running strong. If you take pride in fresh prep, organization, and being part of a team that serves up great food in a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere, this role is for you. What We Offer • Competitive pay, • Health care benefits (for both part-time and full-time team members), • Flexible schedules, • Paid, on-the-job training, • Meal discounts, • Real advancement opportunities, • WOW-a-Friend Foundation – Employee Assistance Program Responsibilities What You’ll Do Prepare ingredients according to recipes and prep sheets, follow proper food storage and rotation, maintain a clean and organized prep area, and support overall kitchen operations. Qualifications • Ability to stand and move throughout the entire shift, • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, • Strong attention to cleanliness and food quality, • Team-oriented with a positive attitude Apply today and be part of the neighborhood team at Applebee’s.

Job Description Pizza Maker, Experience needed, fast pace worker, cleanliness, responsible Part Time: 30-35 hours Pay: $18-$21 per hour - on the books

Job Description Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Merit Increases LOCATION - This role is based in COMMACK, NY With people as our core and a deep commitment to exceptional hospitality, CCL Hospitality Group has a philosophy rooted in caring for the individuals who care for our guests. Our most significant competitive advantage is our team members. We constantly strive to strengthen our service culture. Every team member knows they matter and owns a stake in our success, delivering hospitality excellence. With four distinct operating companies – Morrison Living, Unidine, Coreworks, and The Hub, we are shaping the industry’s future leaders with a culture of service focused on elevated hospitality for community living across the country. Join us and discover how we drive mutual success that leaves lasting impressions. Position Summary The Executive Chef provides leadership and direction for a refined, resident-centered culinary program, delivering consistently high-quality dining experiences. This role calls for a polished, visible, and hands-on culinary leader who sets the standard for food quality, service, and professionalism. The Executive Chef leads from the front—actively cooking, mentoring the team, engaging with residents and guests, and representing the culinary program confidently in meetings and presentations. Based in Long Island, this position requires a balance of culinary excellence, operational discipline, and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior leadership and community stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Culinary & Operational Leadership • Lead all culinary operations, ensuring consistent quality, presentation, and execution., • Develop seasonal menus that emphasize fresh ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and resident preferences., • Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation across all service periods., • Actively participate in daily food production and service as a hands-on chef leader., • Lead culinary presentations, tastings, and resident-facing events with professionalism and confidence., • Oversee menu planning, prep, and service with a focus on efficiency and excellence., • Ensure smooth coordination between production, service, and special events., • Maintain proper purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory controls., • Manage food and labor budgets responsibly while maintaining quality standards., • Implement cost-control practices that support sustainability and consistency., • Analyze operational data to guide menu development, staffing, and purchasing decisions., • Serve as a visible and approachable culinary leader within the community., • Engage directly with residents and guests to gather feedback and enhance the dining experience., • Respond proactively to resident needs, preferences, and service recovery opportunities., • Recruit, train, and develop a skilled and service-focused culinary team., • Set clear expectations and provide ongoing coaching and performance feedback., • Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and pride in execution., • Minimum of 5 years of executive or senior culinary leadership experience in a polished, resident-focused or hospitality-driven environment., • Proven ability to lead a culinary program with hands-on involvement., • Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience., • Strong understanding of food cost control, labor management, and budgeting., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable presenting and collaborating in leadership and boardroom settings., • Experience with menu development, production planning, and special events., • Proficiency with kitchen technology, inventory systems, and Microsoft Office; CCL is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at CCL are offered many fantastic benefits. • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Life Insurance/ AD, • Disability Insurance, • Retirement Plan, • Flexible Time Off, • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state), • Associate Shopping Program, • Health and Wellness Programs, • Discount Marketplace, • Identity Theft Protection, • Pet Insurance, • Commuter Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program, • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), • Paid Parental Leave, • Personal Leave Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. CCL maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1500251 CCL Hospitality Group Nicholas Henderson [[req_classification]]

Job Description Position Title: EXECUTIVE CHEF - Commack, NY Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Merit Increases Think Fresh! Lead with Excellence! An industry leading hospitality food service group, Unidine is driven by its exceptional people sharing their passion, creativity and talent to craft memorable guest experiences. Unidine’s commitment to scratch cooking, innovative programs, venue concepts and services continues to push boundaries and modernize dining programs for hundreds of clients around the nation. Our restaurants, bars, cafeterias and bistros offer a place for guests to enjoy something extraordinary. That is why we believe that using the freshest ingredients makes for the best dishes, staying ahead of industry trends pushes us to be innovative, and giving team members the right tools and resources helps them to perform their best. Come and join our award-winning team! Job Summary: THIS IS A KOSHER kitchen with significant caterings each month. An inspirational and organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the overall success of daily kitchen operations including recruiting, training, and food preparation. The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works to continually improve resident, employee, and client satisfaction while maximizing the financial performance in all areas of responsibility. Will deliver on company objectives by ensuring monthly budget, food and labor costs are met and, the safe handling of food by following safety & sanitation protocols. Leading Culinary Operation: • Lead daily culinary production in preparation and production of meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulation, team member productivity and performance, cost controls and overall profitability., • Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays., • Provide direction on menu development based on product availability; creates distinctive specials that incorporate seasonal or special ingredients., • Seeks out sources for fresh food; monitors all produce and meat for freshness., • Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food., • Research customer preferences and develops a menu which incorporates local foods and flavors., • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions., • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff., • Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation standards., • Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance., • Communicates the importance of safety procedures, detailing procedure codes, ensuring employee understanding of safety codes, monitoring processes and procedures related to safety., • Monitors the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met., • Follows and enforces food safety and sanitation guidelines., • Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the community which are aligned with the client’s overall mission, vision values and strategies., • Manages department controllable expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment., • Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas., • Analyze financial and operational information on an ongoing basis to adjust business plans, labor requirements, and operating costs., • Develop, implement, and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor, and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives., • Identify major revenue and expense opportunities and possible problems., • Controls food cost, labor, and other expenses; monitors actual versus budgeted expenses., • Oversees the food inventory, purchasing, control, and disbursement of all food supplies., • Creates 100% resident satisfaction by providing team members with the training and resources they need to maximize team member engagement and deliver best in class service., • Professional attitude and appearance while engaging with residents and community staff., • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed., • Provides and supports service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention., • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service. Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters. Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations., • Ensures that employees provide genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis., • Uses teamwork to support guests and employees., • Seeks opportunities to improve the customer experience by seeking resident feedback and developing strategies to improve department., • Reviews resident satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement., • Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints. Team Building and Management: • Regularly lead team member meetings, • Establishes goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc., • Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns., • Develops and implements strategies and practices which support team member engagement., • Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably., • Provides team members with the training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities., • Provides team members with the necessary tools to perform their duties and responsibilities., • Communicates performance expectations and provides team members with on-going feedback., • Provides team members with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential. Preferred Qualifications: • A.S. or equivalent experience, • Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training., • Extensive catering experience a plus, • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable, • Institutional and batch cooking experiences, • Hands-on chefs experience a must., • Experience in a Kosher kitchen, • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation, • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet Apply to Unidine today! Unidine is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at Unidine are offered many fantastic benefits. • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Life Insurance/ AD, • Disability Insurance, • Retirement Plan, • Flexible Time Off, • Paid Parental Leave, • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state), • Personal Leave, • Associate Shopping Program, • Health and Wellness Programs, • Discount Marketplace, • Identity Theft Protection, • Pet Insurance, • Commuter Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Unidine maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1480013 Unidine Nicholas Henderson [[req_classification]]

Job Description Five Points Café is Searching for a Talented Kitchen manager. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Maintaining Inventory, • Ordering from vendors, • Organize and monitor the kitchen staff to ensure food quality and time sensitivity, • Ensure we are ready for service, • Monitor food quality and plating of all food, • Problem solve any issues that may arise in the kitchen, • Supervisory experience, • Experience in hiring, training, scheduling, and staff evaluations, • Experience with Microsoft Office, • Experience food, liquor, and beer ordering Job Type: Full-time Experience: • Kitchen Management: 2 years (Preferred)