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We are seeking a passionate and skilled Executive Chef to join our culinary team in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food industry, with experience in kitchen management and culinary arts. As a Executive Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Duties Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow. Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards. Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed to enhance their skills. Ensure food safety and sanitation practices are followed consistently. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings. Manage inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations. Assist in managing food costs while maintaining quality standards. Skills Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food preparation methods. Experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant settings is preferred. Proficiency in kitchen management, including supervising staff and coordinating tasks. Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Familiarity with food service management principles, including inventory control. A background in bartending is a plus for creating beverage pairings with dishes. Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join our team as a Sous Chef where your culinary expertise will shine, contributing to an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Ability to Commute: Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Edgewater, NJ 07020: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person

Now Hiring: Executive Chef – Modern Japanese Cuisine | Hell’s Kitchen, NYC A modern Japanese restaurant located in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, New York, is seeking a visionary and detail-driven Executive Chef to lead kitchen team. We specialize in beautifully crafted small plates and family-style dining, celebrating Japanese flavors through refined, modern presentations. If you’re passionate about culinary artistry and leading with ambition, we’d love to meet you. ⸻ What We’re Looking For: Experience & Expertise • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a Japanese kitchen, • Ability to create elegant, shareable dishes that reflect the restaurant’s modern Japanese concept, • Skilled in managing and inspiring a kitchen team, • Confident in managing inventory, food costs, and daily operations efficiently

We are seeking an experienced pastry cook to join our pastry kitchen. This is a hands on full time morning production job, 5 days a week. Work in a good sized production kitchen under the executive chef. About Marseille For nearly two decades, Marseille has been the essential French brasserie of Broadway & Hell’s Kitchen, its favorite gathering place and its premiere dining destination. The brasserie has long been known as the heartbeat of its neighborhood, and as such Marseilles is beloved by it's neighbors. The neighborhood’s finest, most sexy and elegant brasserie, Marseille features a world class wine list and exceptional French Provencal cuisine for brunch, lunch, and dinner, or simply a great glass of wine and some oysters. Job Overview Knowledge & a passion for cooking French Cuisine Strives for superior food quality, preparation & presentation Can make a commitment to being part of a team focused on giving a memorable experience to all guests Will execute under pressure, while showing respect to others Strong leadership skills, is a team-player, understands the importance of good training and working well with others Good listening and verbal communication skills Full time flexibility and availability to work Ability to stoop, bend, and reach as well as stand for periods of up to 8 hours in length Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate standard kitchen equipment

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Prep Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in the kitchen, assisting with food preparation and ensuring that all meals are prepared to the highest standards. This position is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong interest in menu planning and food handling. Duties Assist in the preparation of ingredients for daily meals, including washing, chopping, and measuring. Collaborate with chefs to execute menu planning and ensure all dishes meet quality standards. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, adhering to food safety regulations. Support meal preparation for catering events and special occasions as needed. Help with inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages. Follow recipes accurately to ensure consistency in taste and presentation. Participate in training sessions to improve skills related to food handling and kitchen operations. Fill orders from in-person guests and from online applications (e.g., Grub Hub, Uber Eats, Door Dash) Provide exceptional customer service. Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred but not required. Requirements Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting is preferred but not required. Knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards is essential. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Familiarity with dietary department practices is a plus. Willingness to learn and adapt to new cooking methods and menu items. A passion for cooking and helping others enjoy delicious meals. Join our team as a Prep Cook, where you can develop your culinary skills while contributing to an exciting kitchen environment! Job Type: Part-time Pay: $16.00 - $18.60 per hour Expected hours: No more than 30 per week Shift: Evening shift Night shift Shift availability: Night Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Fort Lee, New Jersey (Required) Ability to Relocate: Fort Lee, New Jersey: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person

We are opening a brand-new French bistro in New York City’s West Village this September, and we’re looking for a skilled and creative Brunch Chef to join our opening team. What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a brunch chef or similar role in high-quality restaurants., • Ability to design and execute a unique, creative brunch menu that blends classic French techniques with modern twists., • Strong knowledge of egg dishes, pastries, seasonal ingredients, and creative sides., • Excellent skills in presentation and plating to ensure every dish is Instagram-worthy., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain consistency during busy brunch services., • Team player with leadership skills to coordinate with the kitchen team. Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to be part of an exciting new concept in the West Village with a cool, modern vibe. You’ll have creative freedom to develop a signature brunch experience that stands out. If you are passionate about brunch, French flavors, and creating memorable dining experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

Role Overview: At Rose Bakery, the Head Chef/Café Manager is responsible for overseeing both the Front of House and Back of House operations, as well as the retail side of the café. This role involves creating and executing daily savory and pastry menus, sourcing ingredients, managing the team, handling customer service, coordinating and catering events, and overseeing recruitment and training. Additionally, the role ensures all health and safety regulations are met. Key Responsibilities: • Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations, ensuring the variety and quality of servings., • Manage our retail program. Overseeing and sourcing products to carry within the café., • Fully in charge of recruitment and training., • Comply with nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations in accordance with local law., • Responsible for sourcing and placing food and non-food orders., • Ensuring all menus and ingredient selections are in accordance with the Rose Bakery philosophy and standards., • Meeting/exceeding sales goals and adhering to strict food and non-food budgets., • Planning and coordinating events within Dover Street Market New York., • Taking charge of the catering business from start to finish, including developing menus, pricing, and invoicing. Key Skills: • A highly motivated individual able to converse with all levels, both internally and externally., • Self-starter, able to set the standard by their own professionalism and attitude., • Must be energetic, self-motivated, self-organized, and a team player. Willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done., • Decisive, structured, and organized, with a keen eye for detail., • Punctual, possesses excellent time management skills., • Flexible, adapts to ever-changing needs of the business., • Possesses an enthusiasm and a passion for the Rose Bakery philosophy. Key Requirements: • 4+ years’ experience managing both BoH and FoH teams in a café or restaurant setting., • Outstanding communication and leadership skills., • Capable of multi-tasking while maintaining a high attention to detail., • Flexible to the needs of the business., • Ability to lead recruitment, training, and development of bakery staff., • Knowledge of proper timekeeping and payroll procedures., • Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.

Job Title: Modern Pastry Chef (Fruit-Shaped Pastries – High-End Style) Location: New York, NY Company: BRVE About Us: BRVE is a modern culinary destination known for pushing the boundaries of pastry artistry and dessert innovation. We specialize in high-end, beautifully crafted fruit-shaped pastries and contemporary confections that blend tradition with modern technique. Position Overview: We’re seeking a talented and creative Modern Pastry Chef to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for modern pastry presentation, extensive knowledge of fruit-shaped dessert creation, and a flair for high-end plating and design. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, creative kitchen environment where artistry meets flavor. Key Responsibilities: Conceptualize, design, and produce high-end fruit-shaped pastries and modern desserts. Execute recipes with precision, ensuring consistent flavor profiles, texture, and presentation. Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef on new menu items, seasonal concepts, and custom orders. Maintain the highest standards of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and quality control. Monitor ingredient inventory, ordering, and proper storage of pastry supplies. Stay current on industry trends, techniques, and modern pastry innovations. Ensure desserts meet both aesthetic and flavor expectations for BRVE’s upscale clientele. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in a fine dining, boutique pastry shop, or luxury hotel setting. Strong background in creating fruit-shaped pastries and contemporary plated desserts. Excellent artistic and aesthetic sense with attention to detail. Formal pastry education or culinary training preferred. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-standard environment. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed. Why Join BRVE: Be part of a forward-thinking, trend-setting culinary team. Opportunity to showcase your pastry artistry to an upscale New York clientele. Competitive salary and benefits. Creative freedom to contribute new ideas and seasonal creations.

TITLE: Line Cook REPORTS TO: Sous Chef, Executive Chef TYPE: Non- Exempt SALARY RANGE: $23-27 ABOUT THE COMPANY Maxime’s is the newest opening from the club owner and entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private member’s clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Maxime’s is located on Madison Avenue, New York on the site of the former Westbury Hotel and will continue the long-established Birley tradition of providing exceptional experiences for our members and guests. Maxime’s mission is to deliver excellence in service standards and hospitality. Exhibiting passion for what we do within the values of who we are. Inward looking rather than outward projecting. A club of comfort and discretion where members’ needs are met with personality and humility. An environment of stimulating décor, celebrating outstanding food and extraordinary wine. Our members will feel that they are in a private house, being looked after with the utmost care and professionalism by friendly and attentive staff. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintains complete knowledge of Maxime’s policies and procedures and ensures that all practices and policies are being upheld, • Manages production schedule and pars and establishes priority items for the day, • Prepares all menu items following recipes and yield guides efficiently and in accordance with department standards, • Restocks items that were depleted during shift, • Maintains complete knowledge of products and specifications, including ingredients, descriptions, sourcing, brands, allergens, etc., • Communicates with front-of-house team to manage pacing of courses, member feedback, etc., • Updates knowledge and skills by participating in staff training opportunities, • Supports and assists fellow team members whenever possible., • Maintains and strictly abides by state sanitation and health regulations as well as restaurant requirements and procedures, • Supports and assists fellow team members whenever possible, • Maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; uses equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely, • Inspects the cleanliness and organization of line and workstations; rectifies any deficiencies, • Inspects the cleanliness and working condition of all tools, equipment, and supplies, ensuring all elements and storage procedures comply with DOH and restaurant standards, • Informs manager on duty immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations, • Attends mandatory meetings, • Adheres to posted schedules