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Description of the Host Property: Northstar California Resort is a premier alpine sanctuary, seamlessly blending rustic charm with sophisticated luxury. Nestled in the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains, it offers impeccably groomed trails that cater to all skill levels, from gentle cruisers to challenging steeps. After an invigorating day on the slopes, the vibrant Village comes alive, inviting guests to savor world-class dining, upscale shopping, and cozy fireside moments. With its pristine scenery and unparalleled hospitality, Northstar creates unforgettable mountain experiences for every adventurous soul. Description of the Training: Step into the kitchen of a world-leading luxury hotel/resort and learn from the best chefs in the American hospitality industry at the Northstar California Resort. Through this J-1 Hospitality internship or traineeship program, you will rotate to different stations, acquiring the skills and techniques necessary to take the culinary world by storm. This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience needed to excel in your career when you return to your home country. ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program: Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program. Description of the Location: Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains, Truckee is a charming alpine town known for its crisp air, historic downtown, and year-round outdoor adventure. Surrounded by pine forests and sparkling lakes, it offers a perfect blend of rugged wilderness and cozy community life. In winter, snow blankets the landscape for skiing and snowboarding, while summer brings hiking, fishing, and sunlit trails. Its rich railroad heritage and welcoming atmosphere make it a memorable destination for travelers seeking natural beauty and tranquility truly.

I'm looking for an oyster shucker for $60/hour cash for two hours next saturday, August 15th in Red Hook Brooklyn to shuck oysters for a community event. 100 oysters

Description of the Host Property: The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel in Kennebunkport, Maine, boasts a phenomenal location, stunning views, and luxurious rooms. Conveniently located in the heart of the Port, this ultimate waterfront hotel overlooks the harbor side of the Kennebunk River and is comprised of two buildings. With panoramic windows, private balconies, and an expansive outdoor deck, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel offers guests intriguing social spaces in which to enjoy their Kennebunkport vacation. Description of the Training: Step into the kitchen of a world-leading luxury hotel/resort and learn from the best chefs in the American hospitality industry at The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel. Through this J-1 Hospitality internship or traineeship program, you will rotate to different stations, acquiring the skills and techniques necessary to take the culinary world by storm. This rotational program is designed to give you exposure to the international hospitality industry and give you the experience needed to excel in your career when you return to your home country. ITN & ODYSSEY All-Inclusive Program: Unlike most J-1 Program providers, a regional ITN representative will guide you through a streamlined registration process, thanks to ITN and ODYSSEY’s all-inclusive approach. ITN and ODYSSEY will be on hand to provide you with the very best personalized service from the time that you arrive in the United States until your departure from the United States upon completion of your program. Description of the Location: Kennebunkport is a remarkable New England town that offers a unique travel opportunity. Its world-class shopping, diverse galleries and incredible restaurants will intrigue you, while countless activities fill your days. Local homes and businesses feature historic architecture including period homes, majestic inns and stunning oceanfront manses. Kennebunkport also cycles through four seasons annually, making it a versatile and desirable year-round destination. Beach-going, bike riding, fishing, boating, snowshoeing, etc., it’s all here!

NOW HIRING – CHINESE RESTAURANT WOK COOK 🔥 A Chinese restaurant in Williamsburg, Brooklyn is looking for an experienced Wok Cook. Position: Wok Cook / Chinese Restaurant Cook Hours: Afternoon shift until 2:00 AM Cuisine: American Chinese Requirements: • Experienced in American Chinese restaurant wok cooking, • Able to handle a busy kitchen, • Reliable, hardworking, and responsible, • Able to work independently and as part of a team, • Previous wok cooking experience required 📍 Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY Serious and experienced applicants only. please come to shop for interview.

Buscamos una persona responsable, rápida y con experiencia preparando tacos, tortas y burritos. Debe saber trabajar bajo presión y mantener limpia y organizada su estación. Horario fijo: Martes por la mañana. Miércoles y jueves todo el día. Pago: $18 a $20 por hora, según experiencia. Pago semanal.

Join our vibrant kitchen team in a bustling food hall. We are seeking a dedicated culinary professional to thrive in a fast-paced environment, particularly during busy lunch hours. In this role, you will be responsible for: • Preparing and cooking menu items to our high standards., • Maintaining a clean and organized workstation., • Contributing to a positive and efficient kitchen flow. Given our open kitchen concept, a key aspect of this position involves direct interaction with customers. We are looking for individuals with a friendly and service-oriented mindset who enjoy engaging with patrons while delivering exceptional food.

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Prep Chef to work onsite at our client, a Major Financial Services Firm (working in their executive corporate dining) in NYC. This is a fully onsite contract opportunity (Monday - Friday, daytime hours) that is on a W2 and offers benefits! Here are the details on the job: We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Prep Chef to support our client's kitchen team by preparing ingredients and assisting with basic food preparation tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, efficient, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. This is a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth within the kitchen team. Responsibilities: • Wash, and prepare ingredients according to recipes and kitchen standards, • Assist chefs with basic cooking and food assembly tasks, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of prep stations, • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines at all times, • Label, store, and rotate ingredients properly to ensure freshness, • Assist with inventory checks and stocking supplies as needed, • Support kitchen team during service as required Requirements: • Previous kitchen or food preparation experience preferred, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Strong attention to detail and cleanliness, • Good communication and teamwork skills, • Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights Pay range: up to $24 per hour (W2)

Opening Sous Chef JB Eatery — West Village, New York City $70,000–$80,000 per year, based on experience JB Eatery is a new 55-seat neighborhood bistro opening in the West Village. Our cooking is rooted in modern French technique with Asian influences—seasonal, ingredient-driven, and focused on thoughtful sourcing, strong execution, and consistency. We are looking for a driven, hands-on Opening Sous Chef who wants to help build a restaurant from the beginning, rather than simply step into a system that has already been created. You will work closely with the Executive Chef and ownership team to develop kitchen systems, organize prep and service, train the opening team, execute the menu, and establish clear standards for quality, cleanliness, communication, and accountability. This is a hands-on culinary leadership position. The ideal candidate is comfortable leading from the line, working multiple stations when necessary, staying calm under pressure, and helping build a respectful kitchen culture based on discipline, teamwork, and pride in the food. Responsibilities • Help develop opening procedures, kitchen SOPs, prep systems, station organization, and service standards, • Lead daily prep and service alongside the culinary team, • Work sauté, grill, garde manger, prep, expo, and other stations when needed, • Train, coach, and support cooks, • Maintain consistent food quality, presentation, seasoning, portioning, and execution, • Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organized, properly stocked, and service-ready, • Assist with ordering, receiving, inventory, food-cost management, and waste control, • Support labor planning, prep efficiency, portion control, and daily production management, • Monitor product quality, storage, labeling, rotation, and food-safety procedures, • Help maintain accurate prep lists, inventory records, waste logs, and station checklists, • Communicate clearly with the Executive Chef, ownership team, and front-of-house leadership, • Take ownership of kitchen operations when the Executive Chef is away, • Help establish a serious, respectful, accountable, and team-oriented kitchen culture Qualifications • At least one year of experience in a culinary leadership role, such as Sous Chef, Junior Sous Chef, Kitchen Manager, or Lead Line Cook, • Strong professional cooking experience in a quality-driven, full-service restaurant, • Comfortable working and leading across multiple kitchen stations, • Basic understanding of food cost, labor control, waste tracking, portion control, and prep efficiency, • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, proper storage, and kitchen cleanliness, • Current ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, or equivalent food-safety certification, preferred, • Organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities, • Able to lead with clarity, accountability, and respect, without ego or unnecessary drama, • Strong communication and problem-solving skills, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced opening environment, • Curious, ambitious, and interested in growing with a new restaurant, • Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required, • Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including frequently lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation Experience with French technique, Asian ingredients, inventory systems, menu development, or restaurant openings is preferred but not required. We care more about attitude, standards, leadership, consistency, and willingness to learn than having a perfect résumé. Schedule This is a full-time salaried position, generally scheduled over five days per week. Flexibility will be required during the opening and training period, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Compensation and Benefits • Dental and vision insurance options, • Paid time off, • Staff meal during each full shift, • Employee dining discount, • Predictable five-day scheduling whenever operationally possible, • Performance and compensation review after six months, • Opportunities for professional development and advancement JB Eatery is being built with a long-term vision. Our goal is to establish a strong first restaurant and grow thoughtfully from there. For the right person, this position can develop into a larger culinary leadership role, including opportunities to support future openings, train new teams, participate in menu development, and take on greater operational responsibility. To apply, please submit your résumé and a brief introduction explaining why you are interested in joining an opening restaurant.

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.

Now Hiring — Heavenly Chicken and Ribs We are currently hiring for all positions and are looking for hardworking, honest, reliable, and motivated individuals to join our team. Positions Available: • Cashier, • Food Runner, • Kitchen Helper, • Cook, • Other Restaurant Positions Requirements: • No previous experience required — training provided, • Must be hardworking, honest, responsible, and dependable, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn, • Ability to work well with a team, • Must have the required legal documents to work in the United States If you are interested in joining our team, please contact us or visit Heavenly Chicken and Ribs to apply. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Food Preparer to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in keeping our kitchen running smoothly by preparing high-quality ingredients, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting daily food service operations.

The role requires the candidate to teach simple dishes to middle school students in a classroom setting. 90 minutes class, twice a week on Mondays and Wednesdays. From 12 noon until 1:30pm $100 per class plus provided funds for grocery shopping before class The school is located on 12th Street in Long Island City, Queens NY. Please be local or able to travel to the location.

Now Hiring: Kitchen Team Members 📍 Yummy Cheese Pasta – New York City Join the team behind one of NYC’s most exciting pasta concepts! At Yummy Cheese Pasta, we’re all about fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and unforgettable guest experiences. We’re looking for passionate, hardworking kitchen team members to grow with us. Position Overview: We are hiring reliable and motivated individuals for our kitchen team. Whether you’re experienced or eager to learn, we want people who bring energy, discipline, and a love for food. Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook menu items following recipes and quality standards, • Assist in pasta preparation and daily kitchen prep, • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, • Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, • Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Support team members to ensure smooth service Qualifications: • Previous kitchen experience is a plus (but not required), • Strong work ethic and positive attitude, • Ability to work under pressure, • Team player with good communication skills, • Availability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends What We Offer: • Competitive pay, • Friendly and supportive team environment, • Opportunity for growth within the company, • Staff meals, • Be part of a unique and fast-growing NYC food concept If you’re passionate about food and want to be part of something exciting, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and become part of the Yummy Cheese Pasta family.

We are seeking a Head Cashier to efficiently manage customer transactions in our fast-paced food service environment. This role involves handling all cashier duties within the kitchen area, ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service.

Part Time Night Bread Shaper/Baker 3 –4 days per week Starting @ 5:30pm Join our team of experienced and expert bread shapers and bakers. Learn how to shape all of our doughs by hand. As a shaper you will have the opportunity to learn about proofing the dough, dividing it into pieces for shaping, and baking loaves after they have proofed. Qualifications: Our shapers and bakers have excellent hand skills and treat the dough very gently. Shapers and Bakers must work fast and efficiently as part of a team; follow the direction of the Production Supervisor; and be able to get along with a variety of people. Previous experience with bread and/or culinary school experience is preferred. Ability to communicate in English is a must. This is a nighttime position, weekends are required. If you know someone looking for work and is interested please submit an application

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