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  • Pasta Cook
    Pasta Cook
    6 days ago
    $19–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Greenwich Village, Manhattan

    Position Summary Orbital Kitchens is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Pasta Cook to prepare made-to-order pasta dishes and support menu items across our restaurant brands. This role requires strong station organization, consistent recipe execution, and the ability to manage multiple orders in a high-volume kitchen while maintaining food quality, accuracy, and speed. Responsibilities • Prepare, cook, sauce, finish, and package pasta dishes and other assigned menu items according to recipes, portion guidelines, ticket modifiers, and brand standards., • Cook pasta to the required doneness and maintain consistent sauce texture, seasoning, temperature, and presentation., • Manage multiple orders through the Kitchen Display System (KDS), coordinating timing with other stations to meet ticket-time expectations., • Check each order for accuracy, modifications, portion size, and packaging before handoff., • Set up and maintain station mise en place, including pasta, sauces, proteins, vegetables, and garnishes., • Follow prep lists, par levels, and opening and closing checklists to keep the station stocked and service-ready., • Follow food-safety, sanitation, and allergen-handling procedures, including proper temperature control and prevention of cross-contamination., • Label, date, rotate, and store ingredients using first-in, first-out (FIFO) standards., • Keep the station, equipment, utensils, and surrounding work areas clean and organized throughout the shift., • Communicate shortages, prep needs, quality concerns, ticket delays, and equipment issues promptly to kitchen leadership., • Minimize waste through accurate portioning, proper storage, and careful product handling., • Support other stations and restaurant brands as directed during high-volume periods. Qualifications • Previous experience as a pasta cook, line cook, prep cook, or high-volume hot-station cook is preferred., • Familiarity with pasta preparation, sauce finishing, and sauté techniques is preferred., • Ability to work quickly and accurately while managing multiple orders., • Working knowledge of recipe execution, portion control, food safety, sanitation, and allergen awareness., • Ability to read and follow KDS tickets, recipes, and build charts, prep lists, and leadership direction., • Reliable, punctual, organized, receptive to feedback, and committed to teamwork., • Ability to stand for extended periods and safely work around hot equipment, steam, and sharp tools.

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    6 days ago
    $16.5–$18.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    • At NAYA, we're on an exciting journey - growing fast, sharing authentic, fresh and nutritious Middle Eastern flavors, and building a team that grows right along with us., • We are looking for experienced, passionate Team Members to grow with us!, • At NAYA, your development is our priority — we train, mentor, and promote from within because we believe our people are the heart of our success. If you're a natural leader who loves great food, thrives in a team environment, and is excited to build your future with a brand on the rise, we want to meet you!, • If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire others, and be part of something bigger, NAYA is the place to make it happen., • Reports to: General Manager, • You will love working at NAYA, • We believe great people deserve great rewards. NAYA offers a comprehensive and people-focused benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond, including:, • Competitive pay to recognize your impact, • Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you healthy and thriving, • Commuter benefits to make life easier, • Employee discounts and free NAYA meals — because we believe in enjoying what we serve, • Growth opportunities at every level — we invest in developing leaders from within, • More on the way!, • At NAYA, you'll find more than a job — you'll find a community that values you, supports your goals, and celebrates your success., • ++How You'll Impact++, • The Team Member plays a key role in NAYA's restaurant operations, trained to work across all stations, from front-of-house service to back-of-house preparation. Team Members provide outstanding customer service while ensuring store standards of cleanliness, organization, and quality. Responsibilities include preparing food, working on the service line, cooking on the grill, and setting up and stocking stations. Team Members collaborate with the team to prepare menu items and maintain a smooth, efficient service experience., • ++What You'll Do++, • Food Preparation & Production, • Prepare daily production items in cooperation with kitchen staff., • Ensure food products are prepped correctly, following recipes and Naya's standards., • Follow recipes and portion control standards to maintain consistency and quality., • Wash dishes and tools used during food prep., • Minimize waste and assist with inventory counts., • Kitchen Organization & Maintenance, • Receive, disinfect, store, and organize deliveries following FIFO and best storage practices., • Maintain proper storage temperatures and rotation procedures per DOH regulations., • Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, tools, and workstations thoroughly and on schedule., • Keep floors in work areas clean, dry, and free of debris., • Ensure a sanitary, clean, and safe kitchen environment, maintaining all equipment and utensils., • Customer Service, • Provide timely and courteous service to guests in alignment with Naya's policies and procedures. * Display thorough knowledge of menu items, including beverages, and adhere to legal alcohol service requirements., • Greet guests, take orders, and expedite as needed, ensuring accuracy and satisfaction., • Ring orders into the POS system accurately and collect payments., • Assist customers with making change, as applicable., • Follow cash handling procedures, turning in accurate amounts daily., • Front-of-House & Station Management, • Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized workstation at the start of each shift., • Stock cashier stations with necessary items, including paper goods and ice water., • Change trash bags, wipe tables, and counters, and pack sauce sides and pita bread., • Turn on displays and play music as part of daily setup., • Follow the proper cash handling procedures and rings up items correctly, • Complete all side work and cleaning tasks to Naya's standards, including setting up sanitizing pails., • Teamwork & Communication, • Support and assist team members as needed., • Communicate issues and ideas to the Chef or Director of Operations., • Participate in training and development of new employees to uphold Naya's service standards., • Compliance & Professionalism, • Adhere to sanitation standards and company policies on scheduling, clocking in/out, uniforms, and grooming., • Attend company meetings and training sessions as required., • Exhibit a friendly, positive, and helpful attitude at all times., • Carry out additional duties as assigned by management., • ++Who You Are++, • 1+ year experience as a restaurant team member at similar caliber concept, • The ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis., • The ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day., • Excellent communicator in written and verbal formats., • Communicates information effectively and efficiently., • Completed the Train the Trainer course., • Maintain a friendly, helpful and positive attitude always., • Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Naya standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook, • The ability to withstand exposure to high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with a busy restaurant., • Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress., • Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business., • Attends mandatory meetings., • Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards., • Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times.

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  • Line Cook, Prep Cook & Dishwasher
    Line Cook, Prep Cook & Dishwasher
    7 days ago
    $16–$17 hourly
    Part-time
    Hoboken

    Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) We are a fast growing company with 3 locations opening this year alone – great team members who wish to grow into salaried management positions will have the opportunity to do so very quickly. Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Line Cook, Prep Cook and Dishwasher positions available at our restaurant in Hoboken. Requirements: • Age 18+, • Friendly attitude, ability to work in a team environment, • Previous experience in a fast-paced environment (preferred), • Ability to stand for multiple hours, • Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storage, • Set up and stock food items and necessary supplies, • Prepare and cook food items with accuracy to specified standards Line Cook starting pay $15.00/hr PLUS $2-$4/hour in tips! Shift leader starting pay $15.25/hr PLUS $2-$4/hour in tips OVERTIME is available for both positions (Paid at time and a half)! Benefits are available for full time employees, including paid sick time. Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment is preferred, but we will train the right person. Shift leaders must have a demonstrated ability to lead a team. If you would like to be part of a fun, growing company with massive room for growth, reach out to us ASAP. While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Part-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Overnight Cook
    Overnight Cook
    7 days ago
    $26–$28 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Are you passionate about providing exceptional customer experiences in a luxury setting? Firmdale Hotels invites you to become a key player in our highly successful team at Crosby Street Hotel, where elegance meets outstanding service. Firmdale Hotels is a collection of award-winning, luxury boutique hotels and restaurants, renowned for their unique design and exceptional service. Each property offers a distinctively stylish experience, reflecting our commitment to excellence and innovation in hospitality. Title: Overnight Cook Location: Crosby Street Hotel Position Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt Reports To: Executive Chef We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Overnight Cook to join our award-winning culinary team at Crosby Street Hotel, part of the Firmdale Hotels collection. This role is ideal for a passionate chef who thrives in a quiet, focused environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional dishes that meet the highest standards of quality and presentation. Working through the night, you will oversee the kitchen operation, preparing elegant dishes for room service and Drawing Room guests while also setting up the foundation for the following day’s breakfast service and events. As the leader of the overnight culinary team, you will ensure that every plate leaving the kitchen reflects the hotel’s signature attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Main Duties • Oversee and manage all kitchen operations during the overnight shift., • Prepare and deliver refined dishes for room service and Drawing Room guests, maintaining Firmdale’s elevated culinary standards., • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the menu, daily specials, and required ingredients to ensure consistency and excellence., • Supervise and guide the overnight kitchen team, fostering collaboration, efficiency, and professionalism., • Ensure all orders are prepared and delivered promptly and accurately., • Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and food hygiene throughout the shift., • Conduct nightly mise en place, inventory checks, and stock control to prepare for the next day’s service., • Support the preparation and organization of breakfast and event items, ensuring a seamless handover to the morning brigade., • Provide a detailed and accurate handover report for the senior chef on duty the following day. What You Bring: • Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or Line Cook in a five-star hotel or luxury restaurant environment., • Comprehensive knowledge of local and international cuisine, ingredient sourcing, and food preparation techniques., • Strong understanding of food allergies and dietary requirements., • Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a small team., • Impeccable attention to detail and a genuine passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences., • Strong organizational skills, resilience, and the ability to perform under minimal supervision. What We Offer: • Competitive salary, • Generous paid time off for full and part time team members, including NY sick and safe leave, paid vacation days, and personal days, • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, and New York Secure Choice support for most team members, • Complimentary meals on shift, • Free uniform dry cleaning service, • Commuter transit benefits available Day 1, • Ongoing training and professional development, including annual education reimbursement program up to $3,000, • Social events throughout the year, including holiday parties, team member appreciation events, and more, • Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts, and product perks, • Departmental and company-wide incentive programs, • And much more!! Why join Firmdale Hotels? Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design. We are delighted to have been recognized by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades: Crosby Street Hotel • Three Michelin Keys, 2024, 2025, 2026, • Condé Nast Traveler 'Triple Crown', 2026, • Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveller, 2024, 2025, • Top-Rated Tablet Hotels of All Time, 2025, • The Best Boutique Hotels in New York City, Travel + Leisure, 2024, • Certified LEED® GOLD by the U.S. Green Building Council and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) Warren Street Hotel • Two Michelin Keys, 2025, • The Hot List, Conde Nast Traveller, 2024, • The IT List, Travel + Leisure, 2024, • World's Greatest Places, TIME Magazine 2024, • The Best Boutique Hotels in New York City, Travel + Leisure, 2024, • Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveller, 2025 The Whitby Hotel • Three Michelin Keys, 2024, 2025, • Top-Rated Tablet Hotels of All Time, 2025, • Condé Nast Traveler 'Triple Crown', 2026, • Best Spots for Afternoon Tea in the US, Tasting Table, 2024, 2025, • Best Afternoon Teas in New York City, Vogue, 2024, 2025, • Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveller, 2024, 2025 You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/ Join us at Crosby Street Hotel and be part of a team that values excellence, creativity, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Apply now to start your journey with Firmdale Hotels! *Firmdale Hotels welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace. Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.*

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  • Back of House Manager
    Back of House Manager
    7 days ago
    $60000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Edgewater

    Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Job description: Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Kitchen Manager positions available. If you have experience managing and motivating a team of line cooks, enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment, and want to join a rapidly growing company with massive potential, then we want to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Managing a team of up to kitchen staff, including line chefs, • Ensuring the quality and consistency of our food, • Scheduling, supervising, and providing culinary training to the team, • Rolling out menu and recipe changes and ensuring staff is trained and well versed with our menu, • Maintaining equipment, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and participating in audits and inspections, • Monitoring food costs What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience (preferred), • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team (1 year preferred), • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Culinary education or mentorship (preferred), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation to get you to work, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which may include weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off! This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and challenging (yet fun) environment, with potential for growth, then come join us as a Kitchen Manager. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Become part of our story! While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • PM Cook / Wok Cook
    PM Cook / Wok Cook
    7 days ago
    $20–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Position Summary We are looking for an experienced PM Cook / Wok Cook to prepare food, run the kitchen line, and support closing operations. The ideal candidate has strong wok experience and is reliable, fast, clean, and comfortable working in a busy fast-casual restaurant. Responsibilities · Prepare and cook menu items according to restaurant recipes, portions, and quality standards. · Cook proteins, vegetables, noodles, and sauces using wok techniques as needed. · Set up and maintain the PM line with proper mise en place, labeling, and restocking. · Maintain food safety, sanitation, temperature, and storage standards. · Complete closing duties, including breakdown, cleaning, labeling, and end-of-shift restock. · Communicate low stock, quality issues, or equipment problems to the manager. · Support teammates with prep, packing, dishwashing, cleaning, and other tasks as needed. Qualifications · 1-2 years of kitchen, line cook, prep cook, or fast-casual restaurant experience required. · Wok cooking experience required; Asian cuisine experience preferred. · Must be available Saturday and Sunday nights, plus 2-3 weekday nights. · Reliable, responsible, punctual, and comfortable working PM/closing shifts. · Able to work quickly while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, and food quality. · Hands-on team player willing to support other stations when needed. · NYC Food Protection Certificate is a plus, but not required.

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  • Back of House Manager
    Back of House Manager
    7 days ago
    $60000–$75000 yearly
    Full-time
    Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City

    Job description: Do you love Mexican food? Well, we do too! We founded Tacoria as a way of bringing the authentic tastes, vibrant colors, rich culture, and warm hospitality of Mexico to our local community. Our food is made fresh daily, and our ingredients come straight from local farms. (For more on our story, visit our website: www.tacoria.com.) Due to our current growth and expansion, we currently have several Kitchen Manager positions available. If you have experience managing and motivating a team of line cooks, enjoy working in a fast-paced and fun environment, and want to join a rapidly growing company with massive potential, then we want to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Managing a team of up to kitchen staff, including line chefs, • Ensuring the quality and consistency of our food, • Scheduling, supervising, and providing culinary training to the team, • Rolling out menu and recipe changes and ensuring staff is trained and well versed with our menu, • Maintaining equipment, • Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and participating in audits and inspections, • Monitoring food costs What skills do you bring to the table? • Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, • One (1) year of previous restaurant experience (preferred), • Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise a team (1 year preferred), • Excellent communication skills, • Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS What else do you need? • US work authorization (required), • High school or equivalent (GED), • Culinary education or mentorship (preferred), • Serve Safe certification (preferred), • Flexibility and an open schedule to allows you to cover shifts as needed, • Reliable transportation to get you to work, • Ability to work an 8 hour shift, which may include weekends What do we offer? • Salary of $55,000 - $65,000 per year (depending on your experience), • Benefits & Perks including:, • Flexible schedule, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training, • Free shift meals and discounts on your day off! This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is: • Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous, • People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects, • Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction, • Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture, • Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail, • Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction, • High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment If you’d like to be part of a friendly and challenging (yet fun) environment, with potential for growth, then come join us as a Kitchen Manager. Help us share our culinary expertise with our customers while providing them with a taste of Mexican culture. Become part of our story! While COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted in NJ, we are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of both our employees and our customers. We have sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place and we require our employees to: • Continue to wear personal protective equipment (provided), • Allow for temperature screenings Visit us at our Company's website: tacoria.com Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • Employee discount, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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  • Sous Chef
    Sous Chef
    13 days ago
    Full-time
    Flatbush, Brooklyn

    SOUS CHEF — The Gentleman's Kitchen (TGK) Caribbean-Influenced Steakhouse · Flatbush, Brooklyn TGK isn't a restaurant group with a hundred locations and a manual for everything. It's a young, ambitious Caribbean-influenced steakhouse in the heart of Flatbush — prime cuts with island soul, oxtail ragu pappardelle, coconut crab curry, a serious bar program — building its name right now, and this role puts you in the kitchen while the standards are being set, not after. The role You're the executive chef's right hand and the line's anchor: running service, holding ticket times and temperatures to standard, training cooks, keeping prep tight and the walk-in honest. Dinner service Thursday–Saturday, brunch and dinner Sunday. Four service days a week — Mondays through Wednesdays are dark. Who this fits • A sous chef, or a strong lead line cook ready for the title, with steakhouse or high-volume upscale experience, • Someone who leads by presence on the line, not by volume from the pass, • Caribbean flavors excite you — or you're hungry to learn them properly, • You take consistency personally: same plate, same standard, every ticket What we offer • $45,000–$65,000/year, based on experience, • Weekly pay, • Staff meal on shift — 50% off or comped at management's discretion, training included, • A real growth path: this kitchen is developing its next era, and the people in it now shape what it becomes, • A team culture built on accountability with grace — mistakes get coached, standards get kept Apply

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  • Team Member (Fast Food)
    Team Member (Fast Food)
    14 days ago
    $17–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Upper West Side, Manhattan

    CULTIVATE A BETTER EXPERIENCE At Taco Tek, we believe fast food shouldn’t feel like fast food.We’re on a mission to serve bold Mexican-inspired flavors using fresh ingredients, made-to-order meals, and genuine hospitality. Whether we’re preparing a burrito, grilling steak, frying fresh chips, or welcoming guests with a smile, every team member plays an important role in creating an exceptional experience. We’re looking for energetic, dependable people who take pride in their work, enjoy working with others, and want to grow with a fast-growing restaurant brand. If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet you. THE OPPORTUNITY As a Crew Member, you’ll learn every aspect of the restaurant. Depending on your experience and shift, you’ll rotate through different stations including: • Grill, • Prep, • Line, • Cashier, • FOH, • Closing & Opening Operations Whether you’re opening the restaurant in the morning or closing late at night, you’ll help deliver great food and outstanding service while maintaining Taco Tek’s standards for quality, cleanliness, speed, and hospitality. No two shifts are exactly alike, giving you the opportunity to learn new skills and grow into leadership positions. WHAT YOU’LL DO Every shift starts with one goal: Deliver an exceptional guest experience. Responsibilities may include: Guest Experience • Welcome every guest with a positive attitude., • Prepare customized orders accurately and efficiently., • Deliver friendly, fast, and genuine customer service., • Resolve guest concerns professionally., • Maintain a clean and inviting dining room. Food Preparation • Prepare fresh ingredients daily., • Grill meats and vegetables., • Fry chips, fries, quesadillas, and other menu items., • Assemble burritos, bowls, tacos, nachos, salads, and other made-to-order meals., • Follow recipes and portion standards., • Ensure food quality and presentation meet Taco Tek standards. Restaurant Operations • Stock and replenish ingredients throughout the shift., • Rotate inventory using FIFO procedures., • Monitor food quality and freshness., • Complete prep work throughout the day., • Follow all food safety and sanitation standards., • Complete temperature logs and required checklists. Teamwork • Support teammates during busy periods., • Communicate clearly between front and back of house., • Help train new Crew Members., • Maintain a positive, respectful work environment. MORNING SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES Morning Crew Members help prepare the restaurant for a successful day by: • Opening kitchen and dining areas, • Preparing fresh ingredients, • Cooking proteins and sides, • Stocking stations, • Receiving deliveries, • Organizing inventory, • Preparing online order stations, • Ensuring the restaurant is ready before opening NIGHT & CLOSING SHIFT RESPONSIBILITIES Closing Crew Members help finish the day strong by: • Serving late-night guests with the same quality and hospitality, • Keeping stations stocked until closing, • Breaking down kitchen equipment, • Cleaning grills, fryers, prep stations, and dining areas, • Properly storing food, • Completing nightly prep, • Washing dishes and utensils, • Completing closing checklists, • Leaving the restaurant clean, organized, and ready for the next day’s team WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE We’re looking for people who are: • Reliable and punctual, • Positive and hardworking, • Team-oriented, • Friendly and guest-focused, • Willing to learn, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, • Passionate about fresh food and hospitality Qualifications: • Restaurant or customer service experience preferred, but not required., • Strong communication skills., • Ability to stand for long periods., • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds., • Comfortable working around hot equipment., • Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays., • Must meet minimum hiring age requirements., • 21+ preferred for certain positions. GROW WITH TACO TEK Many of our leaders started as Crew Members.We believe in promoting from within and investing in our people.Potential career path:Crew Member↓Kitchen Specialist / Cash Lead↓Shift Leader↓Assistant General Manager↓General Manager↓District Manager WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE ✔ Competitive pay✔ Free meal during every shift✔ Flexible scheduling✔ Paid training✔ Growth opportunities✔ Cross-training across multiple stations✔ Employee recognition programs✔ Team-focused culture✔ Fast-paced environment where every day is different✔ Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding restaurant brand OUR VALUES Fresh First We prepare food with pride using quality ingredients. Hospitality Always Every guest deserves an exceptional experience. Better Together We win as one team. Own It Take responsibility. Solve problems. Lead by example. Keep Growing Learn something every shift. Move With Purpose Work efficiently without sacrificing quality. Join the Taco Tek Team Whether you’re looking for your first job, building a career in hospitality, or searching for a place where hard work is recognized, Taco Tek is a place where you can learn, grow, and make an impact every day. Fresh Food. Great People. Endless Opportunity.

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  • Line Cook
    Line Cook
    26 days ago
    $18–$19 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Position: Line Cook Department: Back of House (BOH) Reports To: Kitchen Manager Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 About the Role Ongi Hospitality Group is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented Line Cook to join our Back of House team. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and assembling every order according to our recipes, portion standards, food-safety requirements, and service expectations. We are looking for someone who can work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining consistency, cleanliness, and attention to detail. Key Responsibilities • Set up and fully stock your station before service and restock throughout the shift., • Cook proteins and hot food items according to established recipes, temperatures, and portion standards., • Prepare and assemble orders accurately and efficiently., • Maintain speed and accuracy during high-volume and peak service periods., • Communicate ticket timing, delays, and operational needs with the FOH and kitchen team., • Carefully follow all allergy and guest modification requests., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation throughout the entire shift., • Follow proper food handling, sanitation, temperature, and safety procedures., • Complete station breakdown, cleaning, and closing responsibilities., • Assist with prep, restocking, and other BOH duties as needed., • Work collaboratively with other team members to maintain smooth kitchen operations. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is reliable, punctual, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Previous restaurant or kitchen experience is preferred, but we are also open to candidates who are motivated to learn and can follow directions and standards consistently. A strong Line Cook at Ongi is someone who takes pride in making sure every bowl looks and tastes the same, stays calm and efficient during rushes, communicates well with the team, and is willing to help train and support newer team members. Requirements Candidates must be able to work efficiently on their feet for extended periods, safely handle kitchen equipment and hot food, follow recipes and portion standards, maintain proper sanitation practices, and reliably report to scheduled shifts on time. Weekend, evening, and holiday availability may be required depending on the location. Growth Opportunities We believe in developing strong team members from within. Line Cooks who demonstrate consistency, leadership, reliability, and strong operational knowledge may have opportunities to advance to: Lead Cook → Kitchen Trainer → Kitchen Manager Join Our Team If you enjoy working in a fast-paced restaurant environment, take pride in preparing consistent, high-quality food, and want to grow with a team that values reliability and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Ongi Hospitality Group.

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