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  • Shift Supervisor
    Shift Supervisor
    2 hours ago
    $66000–$67500 yearly
    Full-time
    Little Italy, The Bronx

    About the Role The shift supervisor role at Orbital Kitchens is not just a job; it's a pivotal position that requires strong leadership skills and kitchen experience. This role provides a unique opportunity to hone your supervisory skills while collaborating with a talented team in a high-energy environment. We're looking for a fully bilingual candidate in Spanish & English, a self-starter, and a team player who thrives in a challenging and dynamic setting. Key Responsibilities: • Supervise line cooks' work to ensure timely task completion and adherence to quality standards., • Ensure that food is prepared according to designated recipes and meets quality standards., • Maintain sanitation requirements, including temperature control, storage procedures, product rotation, and food handling practices., • Control waste and manage portion sizes to optimize food costs., • Monitor food inventories and ensure appropriate levels are maintained., • Execute daily side work with enthusiasm and attention to detail., • Demonstrate flexibility by working within various kitchen stations, including fry, plancha, and expediter., • Assist in additional tasks and duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: • A minimum of 5+ years of previous kitchen experience., • Bilingual in Spanish & English, • 3+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory role., • Possession of a NYC Food Handlers Permit., • Strong understanding of kitchen operations, culinary techniques, and food safety standards., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain composure under pressure., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits: • Employee discounts on food and beverages., • Health and wellness benefits package.

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  • Wok Cook
    Wok Cook
    5 days 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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  • Food Expeditor
    Food Expeditor
    5 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Belmont, The Bronx

    About the Role Orbital Kitchens is hiring an Expeditor every order leaves the kitchen complete and guest-ready. The Expo position is the final checkpoint before food reaches the guest. This role requires speed, focus, communication, and strong attention to detail. You will work closely with kitchen stations, dispatch, and delivery teams to keep orders moving accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities • Read and verify every ticket before an order is packed or sent., • Match food items, modifiers, sauces, sides, utensils, drinks, and add-ons to each ticket., • Check food for accuracy, freshness, portioning, temperature, and presentation., • Bag, label, seal, and organize orders according to brand standards., • Communicate clearly with kitchen stations, dispatch, and team members., • Call out missing, delayed, or incorrect items before they leave the kitchen., • Monitor order flow and help keep tickets moving during busy periods., • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized expo station., • Follow food safety, sanitation, and packaging standards., • Support the team during high-volume service. What We’re Looking For • Fast, focused, and reliable team member., • Strong attention to detail., • Ability to stay calm under pressure., • Clear communication skills., • Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment., • Team-first attitude., • Willingness to learn multiple brands and menu standards., • Previous restaurant, kitchen, expo, food runner, or delivery order experience is a plus, but not required. Requirements • Ability to stand for long periods., • Ability to move quickly and multitask., • Ability to read tickets and follow order instructions accurately., • Must be dependable and punctual., • Must follow food safety and cleanliness standards. Success in This Role Looks Like • Orders go out accurate, complete, and on time., • Food quality is checked before it reaches the guest., • The expo station stays organized and clean., • Communication is clear and calm., • The team trusts you to control the flow during rushes.

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  • Chef & Line Cook
    Chef & Line Cook
    21 days ago
    $15–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    East Bronx, The Bronx

    Position Overview: We are seeking a talented and driven Chef to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about food, organization, and creativity. The Chef will be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, kitchen management, and ensuring high-quality dishes are consistently delivered. This position offers significant growth potential, with opportunities to take on leadership, training, and menu development as our business expands. ⸻ Key Responsibilities: • Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes consistently., • Design and update menus, introducing new and seasonal items., • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety standards in the kitchen., • Manage food inventory, purchasing, and waste control., • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, promoting skill development., • Collaborate with management to maintain cost efficiency and profitability., • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations., • Uphold and enhance the overall dining experience for customers. ⸻ Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Chef or strong background in culinary roles., • Knowledge of diverse cuisines and cooking techniques., • Strong leadership and team collaboration skills., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities., • Creativity in food presentation and menu planning. ⸻ Growth Opportunities: • Leadership: Move into Head Chef / Kitchen Manager roles as the business grows., • Menu Development: Freedom to experiment and design new signature dishes., • Training & Development: Opportunity to build and lead a team of kitchen staff., • Business Expansion: Play a key role in scaling kitchen operations and brand reputation. ⸻ What We Offer: • Competitive pay and performance-based incentives., • Clear path for career growth and leadership roles., • Supportive team environment with respect for work-life balance., • Opportunities for creativity, innovation, and professional development.

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    2 months 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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