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  • Chef Instructor
    Chef Instructor
    4 days ago
    $35–$40 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Now Hiring: Chef Instructor – Baking, Pastry & Culinary Arts NY Cake Academy® | Chelsea, Manhattan, NYC Job Type: Part-Time / Freelance / Independent Contractor Schedule: Flexible – Weekdays, Evenings & Weekends About NY Cake Academy® NY Cake Academy® is a premier hands-on baking, cake decorating, and culinary school located in the heart of Chelsea, Manhattan. We offer a wide variety of interactive classes, private celebrations, corporate team-building events, and specialty workshops for adults, teens, and children. We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, and personable Chef Instructors who love sharing their culinary knowledge and creating memorable experiences for our guests. If you're a talented chef, pastry chef, or baking professional who enjoys teaching and working with people, we'd love to meet you! Position Overview As a Chef Instructor, you will lead engaging, hands-on cooking, baking, and pastry classes while providing a fun, educational, and professional experience for every participant. Our ideal candidate is confident in the kitchen, organized, energetic, and comfortable teaching groups of up to 22 students. We are especially interested in chefs with experience in one or more of the following areas: • Baking and pastry arts, • Cake decorating and buttercream techniques, • Bread making, brioche, bagels, and artisan baking, • Cookie decorating and specialty desserts, • Fresh pasta making and Italian cuisine, • Savory cooking and international cuisine, • Children's and teen culinary education Key Responsibilities • Lead hands-on cooking, baking, and decorating classes for adults, teens, and children., • Provide clear, step-by-step demonstrations and instruction., • Prepare ingredients, recipes, equipment, and workstations before each class., • Maintain a welcoming, enthusiastic, and professional classroom environment., • Manage class timing to ensure projects are completed within the scheduled session., • Assist students of varying skill levels while encouraging creativity and participation., • Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen organization., • Work collaboratively with kitchen assistants and support staff., • Lead private parties, corporate team-building events, and specialty workshops as needed. Qualifications • Professional culinary, pastry, baking, or cake decorating experience., • Previous teaching or group instruction experience strongly preferred., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to confidently manage and engage groups of up to 22 participants., • Strong organizational and time-management skills., • Friendly, energetic, patient, and professional demeanor., • Ability to work independently and adapt to different class formats., • Availability for some evenings and weekends., • Food safety certification preferred. Culinary school graduates, professional pastry chefs, experienced bakers, and working chefs are encouraged to apply. Why Join NY Cake Academy®? • Flexible teaching opportunities, • Competitive compensation per class, • Creative and collaborative kitchen environment, • Opportunity to teach a variety of culinary and baking disciplines, • Work with enthusiastic students and corporate groups, • Join an established NYC culinary education business How to Apply Interested candidates should email their resume and a brief introduction describing their culinary background, teaching experience, and areas of expertise. Please include your availability and any photos or examples of your culinary work. Location: NY Cake Academy® 118 West 22nd Street New York, NY 10011 Join our team and help inspire the next generation of home bakers, cake decorators, and culinary enthusiasts!

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  • Kitchen Assistant
    Kitchen Assistant
    4 days ago
    $18–$19 hourly
    Part-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Now Hiring: Kitchen Assistant – Cooking & Baking School NY Cake Academy® | Chelsea, Manhattan, NYC Job Type: Part-Time / Flexible Schedule Location: 118 West 22nd Street, New York, NY 10011 Schedule: Weekdays, Evenings & Weekends About NY Cake Academy® Established in 1989, NY Cake Academy® is a premier culinary and baking school located in Chelsea, Manhattan. We specialize in hands-on cooking, baking, pastry, and cake decorating classes for adults, teens, and children, as well as private celebrations and corporate team-building events. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring people together through memorable culinary experiences. Position Overview We are seeking a reliable, energetic, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to support our chef instructors during cooking, baking, and cake decorating classes. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, works efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen, and enjoys being part of a team. This is a hands-on position involving food preparation, classroom setup, cleaning, and assisting chefs throughout classes and events. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and measure ingredients for cooking and baking classes., • Set up individual student workstations with ingredients, tools, and equipment., • Assist chef instructors during classes, private parties, and corporate events., • Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked classrooms and kitchen areas., • Wash, sanitize, and organize kitchen tools, equipment, and work surfaces., • Assist with dishwashing and general kitchen cleanup., • Restock ingredients, supplies, and equipment as needed., • Help with food preparation, baking, and packaging when required., • Ensure classrooms are cleaned, reset, and ready for the next class., • Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures., • Work efficiently with chefs and other team members to ensure classes run smoothly and on schedule. Qualifications • Previous kitchen, bakery, restaurant, or food service experience preferred., • Interest in cooking, baking, or pastry arts is a plus., • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail., • Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment., • Dependable, punctual, and able to follow instructions., • Positive attitude and willingness to assist wherever needed., • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical kitchen tasks., • Availability to work evenings and weekends., • Food Handler Certification is a plus. Why Join NY Cake Academy®? • Work in a creative and exciting culinary environment., • Gain hands-on experience in baking, pastry, and cooking., • Collaborate with professional chefs and instructors., • Flexible scheduling opportunities., • Be part of an established NYC culinary education business. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit their resume along with a brief description of their kitchen experience and availability through this job posting. Join the NY Cake Academy® team and help us create exceptional culinary experiences for our guests!

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  • Chef / Experienced French Cafe Cook
    Chef / Experienced French Cafe Cook
    1 month ago
    $25–$50 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Chef / Experienced Cook — French-Inspired Tea Room | Manhattan The Parisian Tea Room, an elegant French-inspired restaurant and afternoon tea experience in Manhattan, is seeking an experienced Chef/Cook to join our culinary team. We are looking for someone who takes genuine pride in beautiful food, fresh high-quality ingredients, consistency, cleanliness and presentation. Our menu includes breakfast and brunch dishes, soups, salads, French-inspired sandwiches, afternoon tea, pastries and desserts. The ideal candidate has professional restaurant or café experience and understands that presentation is just as important as preparation. Experience with French or European cuisine, upscale cafés, pastry, brunch, or fine dining is strongly preferred. Responsibilities include preparing dishes according to established recipes and presentation standards, maintaining an exceptionally clean and organized kitchen, managing food preparation and inventory responsibly, minimizing waste, and working respectfully and professionally with our front-of-house team. We are especially interested in a culinary professional who can also bring ideas to the kitchen as we expand our menu with fresh, seasonal and thoughtfully sourced ingredients. Requirements: Minimum 2–3 years of professional restaurant kitchen experience preferred. NYC Food Protection Certificate is a plus. Reliability, professionalism, cleanliness and attention to detail are essential. Please apply only if you have relevant professional culinary experience. Include your résumé and a brief description of your cooking background and specialties. The Parisian Tea Room French inspiration • Beautiful food • A little Paris in Manhattan 🇫🇷

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  • Pastry Cook
    Pastry Cook
    1 month ago
    $18 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    We are seeking a skilled and passionate Pastry Cook to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pastry production and baking, with the ability to create beautiful and delicious desserts that delight our customers. This role requires a commitment to food safety and quality, as well as excellent customer service skills to ensure a positive dining experience. Duties • Prepare and bake a variety of pastries, cakes, and desserts according to established recipes and standards., • Decorate cakes and pastries with artistic flair, ensuring visual appeal for presentation., • Package finished products for sale or catering orders, maintaining high standards of quality and hygiene., • Assist in food production and preparation tasks as needed, including mixing ingredients and operating kitchen equipment., • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the pastry station, adhering to food safety regulations., • Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy periods., • Provide exceptional customer service by engaging with guests and addressing any inquiries regarding menu items. Requirements • Proven experience in pastry preparation and baking within the food industry., • Strong cake decorating skills with an eye for detail in presentation., • Familiarity with food handling practices and food safety regulations., • Previous experience in a restaurant or catering environment is preferred., • Excellent knife skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques., • Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards., • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude., • A passion for culinary arts and a willingness to learn new techniques in pastry making. Essential Functions ● Able to work a variable schedule per the needs of the business ● Able to lift 50+ pounds ● Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods as required to perform essential job functions ● Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system ● Communicate information effectively and efficiently We offer an annual Bonus, ACA compliant health care, Dental/Vision, a great 401K program, commuter benefits, paid vacation days (for exempt employees), and employee discounts. We are an equal opportunity employer. If you are unable to perform any of the responsibilities as outlined above, inform your manager immediately so that the Company can engage in a cooperative dialogue on how to best accommodate your needs at work. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k), • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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