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  • Kitchen Prep
    Kitchen Prep
    hace 1 día
    $17 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Manhattan, New York

    Job Summary Juice Generation is seeking dedicated and passionate Produce Associates (Kitchen Prep) to join our team. Our Produce Associates prepare produce and keep the back-of-house clean and organized. They also assist at the front with ordering, cleaning, and refilling. Pay & Benefits: • $17 p/hr + tips, • Quarterly bonuses, • Low Cost Medical, Dental, and Vision, • 401k, • Commuter Benefits Tax Saving Account, • Product Discounts, • Employee meal Back-of-House Responsibilities: • Receive and organize produce and supply deliveries, • Prepares a variety of vegetables and fruits using a chef’s knife, • Properly rotates produce to follow “First-In First-Out” procedures, • Changes garbage and ties produce boxes, • Ensures the sanitation of the prep station and area according to Department of Health standards, • Understands and consistently complies with our standard preparation methods, quality standards, and kitchen rules, policies, and procedures, • Promptly reports equipment and food quality problems to managers Front-of-House Responsibilities: • Prepares juices, smoothies, and acai bowls, • Refilling supplies, • Washing blenders, • Sweeping and mopping as necessary, • What we are looking for:, • Able to lift 50+ pounds consistently, • Strong knife skills and the ability to use a knife for extended periods of time, • Able to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods, as required to perform essential job functions, • Able to perform essential job functions when working under stress and in a fast-paced environment

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  • Dishwasher
    Dishwasher
    hace 3 días
    $18–$19 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Williamsburg, Brooklyn

    Overview: At The Nest, our Dishwasher plays a vital role in keeping our kitchen and dining areas running smoothly. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized dish area, ensuring that our team always has the tools they need to deliver great food and hospitality. By keeping dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment spotless and ready to use, you’ll help create a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment for both our staff and guests. What You’ll Do: • Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, and kitchen equipment using dish machines and/or by hand., • Keep dish area clean, organized, and stocked throughout hours of operation., • Assist with trash removal, sweeping, mopping, and general kitchen cleaning duties., • Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures at all times., • Support the BOH (Back of House) and FOH (Front of House) teams by ensuring clean and available supplies., • Communicate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient service., • Assist with light prep or maintenance tasks as needed., • Sweep the outside entry area as needed (ensuring there is no trash and or cigarettes left). What We’re Looking For: • Prior experience is a plus., • Strong work ethic and a team-player attitude., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Comfortable with standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods., • Commitment to cleanliness and food safety standards. Perks of Joining Our Team: • Competitive hourly wage, • Training and growth opportunities, • Dining discounts, • Paid Time Off, • Health, vision and dental insurance, • Commuter benefits, • A positive, supportive work environment where your contributions matter How to Apply: Submit your resume and a quick note about why you’d be a great fit. We can’t wait to meet you! The Nest Williamsburg LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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  • Head Chef / Culinary Lead
    Head Chef / Culinary Lead
    hace 9 días
    $30–$40 por hora
    Jornada parcial
    Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn

    What’s the Sauce? is looking for a driven, hands-on Head Chef / Culinary Lead to help perfect our menu, streamline kitchen operations, and set the foundation for a scalable food business built on quality, transparency, and flavor. This is a part-time role (one day of operations per week to start) and is ideal for a junior chef or qualified culinary professional with restaurant experience who’s looking to grow into something bigger. The right candidate will have the opportunity to evolve into an Executive Chef role, with potential partnership opportunities as the business scales. The Role You’ll work closely with the founders to refine recipes, improve consistency, and optimize kitchen execution. This role blends culinary creativity with operational discipline. Key Responsibilities • Refine and standardize menu items (wings, sauces, sides), • Improve kitchen workflows for efficiency, speed, and consistency, • Support recipe documentation, portioning, and prep systems, • Oversee quality control during service, • Help establish SOPs for future scale, • Collaborate on menu evolution and new product ideas Ideal Candidate • Junior chef, sous chef, or culinary professional with restaurant or commercial kitchen experience, • Strong cooking fundamentals and attention to detail, • Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced kitchen, • Interested in operations, not just cooking, • Entrepreneurial mindset — excited by building something early, • Reliable, organized, and calm under pressure Time Commitment • 1 day per week (Saturdays initially), • Flexible scheduling based on service days, • Opportunity to increase involvement as the business grows Why This Role Is Different • Not just a shift — a chance to help shape a brand, • Direct input into menu, systems, and long-term vision, • Clear path to Executive Chef leadership, • Built around quality, clean ingredients, and intentional food

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    hace 13 días
    $18–$22 por hora
    Jornada parcial
    Manhattan, New York

    This position is GUEST FACING. We are on the hunt for an experienced line cook to join our talented team and help prepare meals according to our standard recipes. This position is a hybrid position in which you will also work in the back of house prepping for service on some days. Your principal goal will be to prepare high-quality meals that meet the chef’s exact specifications. This position is customer facing and you will be taking orders and fulfilling them. The ideal candidate is high energy, friendly, and loves engaging with customers. You will be responsible for setting up the prep station, stocking inventory, and maintaining sanitation standards. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills. Ultimately, you will play an essential role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and restaurant growth. Line Cook Responsibilities: Ensuring the preparation station and the kitchen are set up and stocked. Preparing simple components of each dish on the menu by chopping vegetables, cutting meat, and preparing sauces. Reporting to the executive chef and following instructions. Making sure food preparation and storage areas meet health and safety standards. Cleaning prep areas and taking care of leftovers. Stocking inventory and supplies. Cooking menu items with the support of the kitchen staff.

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  • Cook
    Cook
    hace 17 días
    $17–$19 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Lake Hiawatha, Parsippany-Troy Hills

    We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in food service, kitchen operations, and culinary skills. This role involves preparing and serving high-quality meals, ensuring food safety standards, and contributing to an exceptional experience. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on delivering excellent food and service. Duties Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and standards, including meal preparation and food handling Ensure all food safety protocols are followed during food preparation and service Serve meals efficiently in a professional manner, maintaining high standards of presentation Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including knife skills and food prep stations Support catering events and special functions as needed Handle food with care, adhering to proper hygiene practices Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service Experience Prior experience in coffee shop and Italian cuisines roles preferred Experience in food preparation, cooking, or restaurant service is highly desirable Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper handling techniques Proven ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail Strong knife skills and familiarity with various cooking techniques preferred This role is ideal for individuals passionate about culinary arts who thrive in team-oriented settings focused on quality food service. Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person

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  • Cook
    Cook
    hace 20 días
    $20–$22 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Williamsburg, Brooklyn

    Job Details The Nest Williamsburg Overview: As a Cook at The Nest, you’ll play a key role in bringing our food to life. You’ll work closely with the Chef and kitchen team to prepare dishes with consistency and care, making sure every plate meets our quality and presentation standards. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area, ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently. What You’ll Do: • Daily food preparation, cooking, and execution of menu items., • Uphold recipes, portioning, and presentation standards to ensure quality and consistency., • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation at all times., • Follow food safety, health, and sanitation guidelines., • Restock and rotate ingredients and supplies to minimize waste and ensure freshness., • Assist with prep tasks, inventory, and receiving deliveries as needed., • Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service flow., • Support in maintaining kitchen equipment and reporting any issues promptly. What We’re Looking For: • Prior kitchen experience preferred, but we’re willing to train the right person., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality., • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment., • Positive, team-oriented attitude., • Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs., • Wednesday thru Sunday A.M. schedule Perks of Joining Our Team: • Competitive hourly wage, • Training and growth opportunities, • Dining discounts, • Paid Time Off, • Health, vision and dental insurance, • Commuter benefits, • A positive, supportive work environment where your contributions matter Schedule: Flexible shifts (mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends) How to Apply: Submit your resume and a quick note about why you’d be a great fit. We can’t wait to meet you! The Nest Williamsburg LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    hace 1 mes
    $17–$19 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Manhattan, New York

    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: -Part Time/Full time . Main objective would be to assemble sandwiches in an efficient and clean work space. Prepping ingredients, portioning meats, and preparing sauces. • 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., • 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., • Prior experience as a prep cook or in a similar role is preferred., • Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices., • Ability to work early morning 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., • 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., • $17-19/hour, • Estimate of $100-$200 per week in tips, depending on seasonality

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  • Sushi Chef
    Sushi Chef
    hace 1 mes
    $18 por hora
    Jornada parcial
    Manhattan, New York

    Osakana is a specialty Japanese fish market and to-go sushi shop located in the heart of the East Village. We are dedicated to offering high-quality seafood and thoughtfully prepared sushi, while delivering warm, reliable service to our community. We are seeking motivated, detail-oriented team members who take pride in their work and enjoy a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Responsibilities • Assist with basic fish handling, including trimming, portioning, and packaging, • Support the preparation and assembly of to-go sushi items (rolls, donburi, sashimi packs, etc.), • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, • Provide friendly and professional customer service at the counter, • Operate the register accurately and efficiently, • Restock display cases and assist with inventory and product rotation, • Receive and inspect deliveries to ensure quality and accuracy, • Follow store procedures, food safety protocols, and daily operational checklists, • Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient workflow Qualifications Required • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions, • Reliability, punctuality, and professionalism, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, • High standard of hygiene and food safety awareness, • Positive attitude and willingness to learn Preferred • Experience in seafood handling, fish markets, or food service, • Basic knife skills or kitchen prep experience Customer service or retail experience • English and/or Japanese communication ability, • Interest in Japanese cuisine or seafood

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  • Assistant General Manager (AGM)
    Assistant General Manager (AGM)
    hace 1 mes
    $23–$25 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Elmont

    Join a growing fast casual concept located in the beautiful Belmont Park Village, where you can enjoy free parking and employee discounts at luxury retail shops. We are Le Botaniste, a new generation of food hospitality with a mission to #bringtheplantback by serving organic, plant-based foods in a fun and creative way. As an Assistant General Manager, you will be a brand ambassador and leader, mentoring and coaching team members to execute our standards and embrace our core values while creating lasting relationships with guests. Main Responsibilities: • Travel to Elmont NY via LIRR, bus, or drive (free parking available)., • Hold a Nassau County Food Handler's license., • Serve as an exemplary member of the team, • Enforce standards and ensure team members meet expectations., • Uplift the team with a positive attitude., • Pay attention to details., • Maintain open communication with management., • Prioritize and delegate tasks., • Place orders and follow cash handling procedures., • Confidently manage kitchen prep and standards to open/close the kitchen., • Oversee restaurant and kitchen cleanliness., • Handle emergencies such as accidents, DOH visits, equipment failures, intoxication, and encounters between team members or customers., • Supervise the closing and opening of both FOH (Front of House) and BOH (Back of House). What to Expect from Le Botaniste: • A fulfilling, safe, and happy work environment., • Flexible schedules., • 60% covered health insurance., • Employee discounts at most retail shops in Belmont Park Village., • A generous vacation plan., • Free meals made with fresh, organic, local vegetables., • Career path and growth opportunities. Benefits Include: • Dental insurance, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Vision insurance License/Certification: • Nassau County Food Handler's Certificate (Preferred) Work Location: • In person

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  • Assistant General Manager (AGM)
    Assistant General Manager (AGM)
    hace 2 meses
    $20–$30 por hora
    Jornada completa
    Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City

    Assistant Manager (Front-of-House) – Asian Restaurant | Jersey City, NJ Bilingual English/Chinese Preferred | Full-Time | 4,000 sq ft Full-Service Restaurant About the Company We are a fast-growing Asian fusion / Sichuan-American restaurant group with multiple large-format locations across New Jersey. Our Jersey City restaurant is a 4,000 sq ft full-service, high-volume operation with a full bar and a diverse customer base. We are seeking a Front-of-House Assistant Manager to support day-to-day operations. This is a FOH-only role — no kitchen management, no ordering, no inventory responsibilities. ⭐ Key Responsibilities (Front-of-House Only) • Support the General Manager with daily FOH operations, • Maintain strong hospitality standards and ensure excellent guest experience, • Handle customer questions, complaints, and service recovery, • Supervise FOH team members (hosts, servers, bussers, bar staff), • Assist with FOH opening and closing procedures, • Oversee dining room flow, table turns, cleanliness, and atmosphere, • Manage takeout & delivery pickup operations (UberEats), • Assist with POS, order accuracy, and cash handling, • Serve as the on-duty floor lead when GM is off-site, • ❌ This Role Does NOT Include (Important), • No back-of-house or kitchen management, • No ordering or supplier communication, • No inventory or food cost control, • No recruitment or onboarding responsibilities, • No staff training or scheduling, • No cooking or food prep, • ➡ This is a pure FOH leadership position., • ⭐ Qualifications, • 1+ year experience as Shift Leader, FOH Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or similar, • Strong communication and guest-service skills, • Reliable, professional, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment, • Ability to lead and support FOH staff, • Evening & weekend availability required, • Preferred / Bonus Skills (SEO Keywords Included), • Bilingual English/Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) – preferred but not required, • Experience in Asian cuisine, high-volume dining, or full-service restaurants, • Familiarity with bar operations is a plus, • Benefits, • Weekly pay, • Staff meal provided, • Stable and supportive work environment, • Growth path to General Manager, • Opportunity to work within an expanding multi-unit restaurant group, • ⭐ Schedule, • Full-time, • 5–6 days per week, • Evening & weekend shifts required

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  • Fast Food Cook
    Fast Food Cook
    hace 2 meses
    Jornada completa
    East Elmhurst, Queens

    We are looking for an efficient and reliable Fast Food Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing menu items quickly, consistently, and according to company standards. This role requires multitasking, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare and cook food items such as burgers, fries, sandwiches, fried chicken, and other fast-food menu items. Follow standardized recipes, portion sizes, and cooking procedures. Operate grills, fryers, ovens, and other kitchen equipment safely. Ensure food quality, freshness, and presentation meet company standards. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen and food prep areas. Restock ingredients and maintain proper inventory levels. Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines at all times. Assist with packing orders, plating, and assembling meals. Work closely with kitchen crew and front-of-house staff to ensure timely service. Comply with company policies and health regulations. Qualifications Previous experience in a fast-food or quick-service kitchen is an advantage but not required. Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and food safety practices. Strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills. Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays. Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

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  • Cook
    Cook
    hace 2 meses
    $17–$19 por hora
    Jornada completa
    West Side, Jersey City

    Duties • Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and menu specifications., • Butcher and prepare meats, including chicken and steak, ensuring proper portioning, trimming, and storage., • Ensure all food is prepared in a safe and sanitary manner, adhering to food safety regulations., • Assist in meal preparation for special events or catering services as needed., • Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service and high-quality presentation of all meals., • Operate large cooking equipment such as grills and deep fryers; must be capable of using knives and slicing equipment with proper PPE., • Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the kitchen, including food prep areas, cooking stations, and equipment. Perform general cleaning duties and assist with dishwashing as needed., • Monitor inventory levels of food supplies and assist with ordering as necessary., • Participate in menu planning and development, providing input on seasonal offerings and specials. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Cook in a restaurant or fine dining setting is preferred., • Strong knowledge of food handling, preparation, and butchering techniques., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail., • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment., • A passion for cooking and creativity in meal presentation., • Familiarity with dietary restrictions and the ability to accommodate special requests is a plus., • ServSafe Manager Certification Is Not Mandatory

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