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A deli cook's role involves preparing a variety of hot and cold deli items, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, and adhering to food safety standards. They may also be responsible for assisting customers, taking orders, and ensuring the deli case is well-stocked and presented. Must have certifications & Food handlers

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.

The Line Cook is a self-starter & team player with leadership qualities who thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment. Excellent organizational skills - Desire to learn about flavors from various ethnic cuisines, such as Asian, Latin, Hawaiian, and Italian, that inspire our contemporary dishes - Set up stations with all necessary supplies - Handles, stores, and rotates all products properly - Prepare menu items in cooperation with the greater kitchen. - Flexibility to work within all stations - Experience in fry, plancha, poke, garde manger, or expedited - Self-starter with the capacity to follow through on tasks - The ability to multitask at all points during your workday - An eagerness to grow as part of a close-knit team - Reports all operational needs and equipment or aspects of the - kitchen in need of repair or improvement to management - Additional Pay is Billegual in Spanish & English! Shifts Needed Sun-Wednesday 6p - 2:30a Thursday- Saturday 6p-4:30a Orbital Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment. We are committed to an inclusive work environment and value the constant evolution of our business practices.

Will be working deli for cold cuts sandwiches hot sandwiches and hot foods

Looking for hardworking pizza man and cash register at the same times for a fast food Restorant job not only limited but could be changing to cleaning cooking and much more. experience need it

Looking for a motivated person for a cook/ cashier position for a fast paced restaurant in queens . must have experience!! MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHT SHIFTS. From 6pm - 3am 5-6 days a week schedule. must be able to multitask and interact with customers. thank you.

We're looking for a passionate Ideal candidates will know how to cover cookies, cakes, and other baked goods.

We’re looking for a reliable and experienced Grill Cook to join our team at Halal Munchies! Job Responsibilities: Grill chicken, lamb, and sandwiches to perfection Maintain food quality and cleanliness standards Follow all halal food preparation guidelines Work efficiently during busy hours Requirements: - Previous grill or kitchen experience preferred - Must be punctual and a team player - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Buscamos un Cocinero de Parrilla confiable y con experiencia para unirse a nuestro equipo en Halal Munchies! Responsabilidades: Cocinar pollo, cordero y gyro a la parrilla correctamente Mantener la calidad de la comida y los estándares de limpieza Seguir todas las pautas de preparación de comida halal Trabajar de forma rápida durante las horas ocupadas

Grill burgers and hotdogs. Help set up and take down.

- Ensures cooking stations are sanitized and prepped with necessary tools - Prepares and stores pizza dough - Prepares pizza sauces - Orders supplies, maintains inventory, creates budgets to ensure profitable food cost - Trains other cooks in the preparation process so all meals are uniform - Checks quality of pizzas before they’re served to guests - Performs regular maintenance on kitchen equipment - Collaborates with staff on menu items - Resolves customer complaints with diplomacy - Makes sure the kitchen is clean and sanitized - Cook appetizers, like mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, garlic breads and salads

Looking for a cook lead for food truck. Must be able to have basic cooking skills. Know how to work the grill, fryer and move fast. Able to lift at least 50 lb. Able to speak Spanish responsible and reliable person. We'll need to get mobile food vending license which I can help with. Se busca cocinero o cocinera de cocina para carrito de comida. Debe tener habilidades básicas de cocina. Sepa cómo trabajar la parrilla, la freidora y muévase rápido. Capaz de levantar al menos 50 lb. Sabe hablar español. Persona responsable y confiable. Necesitaremos obtener una licencia de venta móvil de alimentos con la que puedo ayudar.

Butcher shop with fresh meat and poultry. Cut and prepared fresh. Need to have experience as a professional Butcher. Need to know specific meat cuts and method of preparation. Great customer service.

Be able to make crepes, and other desserts. As well as menu items such as mojitos, smoothies, and signature drinks. We are willing to teach as long as you are willing to learn

we are looking for people with at least some experience

We are looking for a skilled chef specializing in seafood dishes, including steamed seafood and fried selections. The ideal candidate will also have experience preparing crispy, flavorful fried chicken. Must be passionate about quality, consistency, and delivering exceptional taste in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Requirements:     •    Proven experience with seafood, especially steamed dishes     •    Knowledge of seafood handling and preparation including fried chicken.     •    Creativity, efficiency, and attention to detail

A pizza maker is in charge of preparing and cooking pizza for a restaurant. Pizzas may be based on the restaurant’s menu or customized to customer requests. A pizza maker is responsible for preparing everything that you will see on a pizza. From baking pizza dough in a variety of way (thick crust, thin crust, or stuffed crust) preparing peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms, and other pizza toppings, and making fresh pesto, tomato, or cream sauces. Pizza makers monitor the inventory of pizza ingredients, place orders for supplies as needed, and maintain the cleanliness of the pizza preparation station and oven. Additionally, pizza makers study the trends in pizza making and recommend menu updates. Depending on the restaurant owner’s direction, pizza makers may use traditional recipes and ingredients or modify them to cater to customers. Some examples are vegan and gluten-free pizzas. To prevent food spoilage, pizza makers follow proper food storage procedures of pizza ingredients and discard any food items that are considered contaminated.

We are seeking to hire an experienced cook. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in preparing breakfast items, including omelettes, sandwiches, and burgers.

Knows how to make pizza, chicken rolls, garlic nots etc

We are looking for a skilled Pizza Chef to join our team and create high-quality pizzas using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking methods. You will be responsible for preparing dough, assembling pizzas, and ensuring excellent food presentation while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Responsibilities: Prepare and stretch pizza dough to the desired thickness. Assemble pizzas with various toppings according to restaurant recipes. Operate and maintain pizza ovens to ensure consistent cooking quality. Monitor inventory levels and ensure ingredients are fresh and properly stored. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen. Follow food safety regulations and company guidelines. Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations. Take customer requests into account and accommodate dietary preferences when possible. Requirements: Previous experience as a Pizza Chef, Cook, or Baker is preferred. Knowledge of traditional pizza-making techniques, including dough preparation and oven operation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining food quality. Strong attention to detail and food presentation. Good communication and teamwork skills. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with wood-fired or brick ovens. Culinary training or certification is a plus.

Location: 4836 90St Elmhurst NY 11373 Apply at Sweet Bamboo for faster response. Key Responsibilities: • Learn and memorize the ingredients for each menu item • Prepare and fry food items according to Sweet Bamboo’s recipes and standards • Cook rice using our electric rice cooker (training provided) • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen throughout the shift • Follow food safety protocols and proper food handling procedures • Support with kitchen closing tasks, including equipment cleaning and sanitation • Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and communicate clearly with team members