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Location: New York City, NY Company: Brown Bag Sandwich Co. Brown Bag Sandwich Co. is the first chopped sandwich concept in NYC. We exist to pay homage to all of the NYC delis that came before us. We focus on house-made meats to ensure that our product is quality, consistent, and accessible. As a startup, we're looking for dedicated individuals who are excited to grow and evolve with us. Key Responsibilities: Full time position. The main objective would be to oversee operational duties of the shop. This would include organizing fridges, FIFO, ordering/receiving, writing prep lists. In addition to managing the shop you would be expected to assemble sandwiches in an efficient and clean work space when needed. Prepping ingredients, portioning meats, and preparing sauces. Another key responsibility will be maintaining product quality to the standards that have been set. • Ingredient Preparation: Efficiently prepare and portion house-made meats, vegetables, and other ingredients according to recipe standards and specifications. • Sanitation and Hygiene: Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in the prep area, adhering to food safety regulations and ensuring a safe working environment. Must know DOH requirements and be able to maintain these throughout the store. • Stock Management: Monitor ingredient levels, rotate stock, and inform the chef if supplies need to be reordered. • Recipe Adherence: Follow recipes and prep lists accurately to ensure consistency and quality of all ingredients and finished products. • Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, and knives, ensuring they are in proper working condition. • Team Collaboration: Work closely with kitchen staff to coordinate prep tasks and support a smooth workflow throughout service hours. • Inventory Tracking: Assist with inventory counts and help manage ingredient storage to minimize waste and optimize efficiency. Qualifications: • Prior experience as a lead cook/manager or in a similar role is preferred. • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. • Ability to work full time hours and manage time effectively. • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and instructions. • Good physical stamina and the ability to handle repetitive tasks and lift heavy items. • Collaborate with team members to ensure a smooth and efficient kitchen operation. • Contribute to the overall success of the startup by being adaptable and willing to take on new tasks as needed. What We Offer: • Opportunity to be a part of a unique and innovative food concept in NYC. • Friendly and supportive work environment. • Competitive pay and potential for growth within the company. • A chance to help shape the future of Brown Bag Sandwich Co. as we expand and evolve. • Employee discount Pay: • $23-28/hour • Estimate of $150-$250 per week in tips, depending on seasonality. With tips this position usually ends up being $28-30 an hour.

Our mission is to provide incredible service and a one-of-a-kind dining experience for our guests. As a Sushi Lead Cook, you will lead by example helping your team to fine-tune their culinary skills, grow their careers, and fuel their passion for food. No two days are the same, and an entire store full of fresh, world-class ingredients is your pantry. Responsibilities Assist in overseeing kitchen staff, educating and sharing passion for food Lead by example, setting the tone for an efficient work pace Prioritize tasks in the kitchen to ensure items are prepared on time and efficiently Fully understand the sushi station operations and accurately forecast restaurant and guest needs Comply with applicable State Restaurant Health Codes and Regulations Requirements 2 or more years' experience working as a sushi line cook Experience with sushi and/or Japanese cuisine in an upscale or fine dining restaurant Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, open kitchen environment Experience leading a team Expert knife skills Preferred Qualifications Highly proficient with cutting and working with whole fish, including handling sashimi-quality fish Familiarity with inventory management and food cost control Knowledge and familiarly with contemporary Japanese cooking methods and ingredients

ABOUT THE COMPANY Birley Bakery is the newest opening from the club owner and entrepreneur Robin Birley; owner of prestigious private members’ clubs 5 Hertford Street and Oswald’s in London. Opening summer 2025, Birley Bakery will be located on the Upper East Side’s Madison Avenue, and aims to create a warm and welcoming environment, inspired by the classic concept of Boulangerie-Patisserie. We will fulfil the need of every household craving exceptional quality, by delivering simple yet elegantly crafted bread, pastries and desserts. POSITION SUMMARY Assisting the Pastry Head Chef and all Pastry Sous Chef’s in the production of food to the required standard specially bread and viennoiserie. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES To work under the direction of the Pastry Head Chef and all Pastry Sous Chef’s. To ensure that the uniform provided is kept clean, presentable and in good condition, ensuring that personal appearance and hygiene standards are an example for the team. To compile the daily mise en place. To ensure that all food is cooked and presented to excellent quality as devised by the head pastry Chef. To promote effective team work. To cook all food items as requested, serving as expected. To prepare attractive food displays if required. To receive, prepare and cook any orders. To clean and maintain all pastry kitchen areas, including equipment and tools to Safe and Sound standards. To report any potential health or hygiene hazards. To ensure the proper handling of all food items in accordance with health & hygiene procedures. To place food orders as required for the daily production. To ensure efficient stock rotation for any foods produced. To attend or conduct trainings. To fill out documentation as required per Safe and Sound standards. To be flexible with regard to external duties such as special events, promotions and demonstrations. To carry out any other reasonable request as directed by your manager. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS) 2+ years of hospitality or café experience. Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail. Calm and solutions-oriented under pressure, especially during high-volume service. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills. Professional appearance and demeanor that aligns with a premium brand environment. Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain one promptly. Passionate, Curious, Sincere, Entrepreneurial, Driven, Empathetic and Highly Motivated. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Ability to be flexible with job demands and open-minded when being asked to complete tasks. Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the bakery. Ability to operate with grace under pressure. Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing up to 50 pounds. Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates. Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day. EEO STATEMENT Birley Bakery is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related condition, sexual and reproductive health decisions, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status.

Line Cook prepares food using recipes and menu items created by the Head Chef and helps keep the kitchen running smoothly. The restaurant is vegan so all foods and preparation utilizes vegan foods and oils. Key duties and responsibilities include: - Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations - Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers and snacks - Plating prepared foods based on senior chef’s guidance - Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on time - Washing and cleaning the kitchen and cooking utensils and storing the equipment at the end of shifts - Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations Requirements: - Excellent communication and organizational skills. - Aptitude for multi-tasking. - Must be able to work cooperatively and efficiently in a team. - Ability to stand or walk for at least 8-hour shifts and lift at least 50 pounds. Job Types: Full-time Benefits: - Employee Meal - Employee Discount

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.

I need a Head Chef & Sioux Chef experienced in high end restaurants to run a kitchen, create, prepare cuisines, with plating and presentation. And drive business to our establishment from unforgettable savory flavored American Entrees, to steaks, and a diverse seafood menu.