55 Best home chef Jobs in New York, NY (June 2025)

Harvest Home Farmers Market (HHFM) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to farm-fresh, locally grown produce in low-income communities throughout New York City. We currently operate 14 seasonal farmers' markets across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Brooklyn, from June through November. Our mission is to empower communities with the tools, resources, and education needed to achieve healthier lifestyles. Job Overview We’re looking for passionate and energetic Community Chefs to lead cooking demonstrations and share nutrition education at our farmer's markets. This is a hands-on opportunity ideal for individuals interested in health, wellness, and food justice, especially in underserved neighborhoods. You'll use fresh, local produce to create delicious, plant-based recipes while engaging the community in fun, educational experiences around food and nutrition. Responsibilities Lead interactive cooking demonstrations at assigned market sites Share clear, culturally relevant nutrition information with participants Ensure food safety is maintained throughout all demos Distribute nutrition education materials to market visitors Collect and submit tracking/data in an organized and timely manner Communicate with HHFM staff to maintain weekly recipe supplies and ingredients Attend required team meetings and participate in all training sessions, including mandatory pre-season training in June Experience NYC Food Protection Certificate (or ability to complete the online course; $24+ fee) Strong basic cooking skills, including knife skills and food prep techniques Experience in nutrition, culinary education, or community health preferred Knowledge of locally grown fruits and vegetables and their seasonal availability Outgoing and approachable with excellent public speaking and interpersonal skills Comfortable working outdoors for long periods in various weather conditions Culturally competent and able to work effectively in diverse settings College coursework in nutrition, food studies, or a related field a plus Multilingual skills are a plus (especially Spanish, French, Creole, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, or Russian) Commitment to a minimum of 2 days/week (7 hours/day), with Saturday availability preferred Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented Must be available for mandatory 2-day training (14+ hours total) in the 2nd week of June. Job Types: Part-time, Temporary Pay: $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 12 – 30 per week Shift: Morning shift Ability to Commute: New York, NY 10027 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: New York, NY 10027: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person

Line Cook / Wok Cook With popular locations throughout China, our first American Grandma's Home brings the same casual approach to regional Chinese cuisine stateside, with a new location in the central Manhattan neighborhood of Flatiron. Job Summary: The Line cook follows our recipes and makes each dish efficiently and consistently. The Line Cook works with the rest of the kitchen team to maintain proper food handling practices and ensures each dish come out perfect. Setting up proper Mise stations for service Check quality of prepared and cooked food to reject incorrect dishes Prep necessary ingredients for dishes Maintain cleanliness throughout the kitchen Ensure proper usage of equipment and tools Practice proper care and safety standards The candidate must have Extensive knowledge and experience of Chinese cuisine Previous roles as cook/line cook/wok chef Proficient knowledge of proper DOH food handling practices Understands wok cooking techniques Ability to lift up to 50lbs Mandarin Chinese Fluency would be a plus although not a requirement

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Zindagi NYC

Recipe Tester & Indian Bread Maker

About Me I run a boutique, delivery-only meal delivery service specializing in crafting authentic and innovative flatbreads and kebabs for my discerning clientele. As a delivery-only boutique culinary service, I take pride in the quality, creativity, and passion for culinary excellence I have provided to date. However, as I am a one-woman show, I want to take production and innovation to the next level! This is where you come in... About You You are a dedicated individual with the bandwidth to join me in my home kitchen **once a week for 4 hours, and possibly more for events. **Your primary responsibilities include: - Preparing doughs for various flatbreads such as paratha, roti, naan, and kulcha - Making chutneys and marinades - Assisting in refining and executing proprietary recipes - Assisting with prep and cooking for small catering and events; this will be done at the commissary kitchen About Us This unique role offers the opportunity to work closely with me, the chef-owner, with the potential for increased hours and responsibilities based on your performance and our synergy. Qualifications: - Prefer but not limited to: Culinary students or individuals with experience rolling out doughs. - Required: A genuine passion for culinary arts and a willingness to learn. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Ability to work collaboratively with others as I am building my team out. How to Apply: Interested candidates, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter in response to this post detailing what attracts you to this position! Looking forward to hearing from you.

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