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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    28 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Title: Opening Line Cook – Te No Te | Japanese Handrolls & Snacks Te No Te is hiring a Line Cook for a small Japanese handroll, snacks, and drinks concept in NYC. The menu centers on open-faced temaki, Japanese snacks, small plates, rice, seafood, sauces, garnishes, and prep-driven service. The concept is connected to an existing Japanese restaurant space, so the standards are polished, but the team is small and hands-on. This role is best for a cook with experience in Japanese cuisine, seafood, rice, small plates, opening restaurants, or small teams. The kitchen is compact, so candidates should be organized, independent, clean, and comfortable helping across more than one station. What you’ll do Execute prep and service for snacks, small plates, rice, seafood, sauces, garnishes, and related menu items Maintain clean, organized station setup and breakdown Support prep, service, receiving, cleaning, and opening sidework Follow recipes, portioning, product handling, and sanitation standards Work independently in a small team without constant direction Cross-train and support the team as systems are built during opening Who we’re looking for Professional kitchen experience required Japanese cuisine, seafood, rice, small-plate, or opening experience preferred Strong cleanliness, organization, and prep habits Comfortable working in a compact kitchen or small team Independent, flexible, and reliable Available full-time or at least 4 shifts per week Evening and weekend availability required Compensation $22–$28/hr based on experience. Paid training provided. Schedule Full-time Wednesday - Sunday. Evening and weekend availability required. Please apply with your resume and current availability. Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($22.00 - $28.00)

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  • Sushi Chef
    Sushi Chef
    28 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Title: Guest-Facing Sushi Chef – Te No Te | Handroll Counter Te No Te is hiring a Guest-Facing Sushi Chef for a small Japanese handroll, snacks, and drinks concept in NYC. The menu centers on open-faced temaki, Japanese snacks, sake, shochu-based drinks, mocktails, tea, and a warm, focused guest experience. This role is not a hidden back-of-house sushi position and it is not formal omakase counter service. It sits in between: clean technique, warm guest interaction, organized station work, and approachable explanations for guests. This is a strong fit for someone with sushi, handroll, raw seafood, Japanese restaurant, counter-service, or guest-facing chef experience who wants to be part of a small opening team. What you’ll do Prepare and serve open-faced temaki and related sushi/seafood items Work cleanly and confidently in front of guests Maintain organized mise en place, product handling, sanitation, and station setup Explain menu items and ingredients in a clear, approachable way Support guest flow, pacing, setup, cleaning, receiving, and service needs Cross-train and help outside one narrow station as the opening team builds systems Who we’re looking for Professional sushi, seafood, handroll, Japanese restaurant, or counter-service experience Comfortable working directly in front of guests Warm, calm, clean, and organized Able to work independently in a small team Flexible during an opening environment Available full-time or at least 4 shifts per week Evening and weekend availability required Compensation $11.35/hr plus tips. Paid training provided. Sushi Chef shifts have a minimum floor of $150 per shift for four weeks after opening. Schedule Full-time Wednesday - Sunday. Evening and weekend availability required. Please apply with your resume and current availability. Benefits Paid Sick Leave, Shift Meal, Dining Discounts Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($11.35) plus tips

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