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  • Chef
    Chef
    18 days ago
    Full-time
    North Ironbound, Newark

    Date posted: March 12, 2026 Pay: From $700.00 per week Job description: Job Summary - Must be experienced in Spanish and Portuguese Cuisine We are seeking a dedicated and energetic person to join our dynamic culinary team. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering exceptional food experiences by preparing, serving, and managing meals with precision and enthusiasm. Your culinary expertise and passion for food service will help create a welcoming environment where quality and safety are top priorities. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting while contributing to the overall well-being of our guests and residents. Responsibilities Assist with menu planning to ensure balanced, nutritious, and appealing meal options that meet dietary needs and preferences. Prepare food items with attention to detail, adhering to recipes and food safety standards. Serve meals efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service and ensuring a positive dining experience. Handle food safely by following proper food handling procedures, including storage, sanitation, and cleanliness protocols. Support catering events or special meal services by coordinating food preparation and presentation. Maintain kitchen organization, including knife skills for precise cutting, chopping, and portioning of ingredients. Contribute to the overall cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations. Qualifications Proven experience in dietary departments or as a dietary aide within healthcare or institutional settings. Strong background in food preparation, cooking, and food service operations. Familiarity with menu planning, meal preparation, and food industry standards. Experience in fine dining or restaurant environments is highly desirable. Knowledge of food safety practices and proper food handling techniques. Skilled in culinary techniques including knife skills and meal assembly. Previous kitchen experience involving catering or large-scale food service is a plus. Join us if you’re passionate about creating delicious meals that delight our guests while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality! Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person

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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    19 days ago
    Full-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    Catering Chef / Commissary Kitchen Corporate Catering Production – Creative Chef Wanted We are seeking a talented and organized Chef / Cook to take ownership of all catering production in our commissary kitchen. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys creating beautiful, high-quality platters and catering displays for corporate clients. This role is ideal for a chef who takes pride in presentation, organization, and producing consistent, high-quality food for events and office catering. Responsibilities • Prepare and execute a wide range of corporate catering platters and boxes, • Cook and prepare proteins including steak, chicken, and seasonal vegetables, • Produce visually appealing crudité platters, mezze boards, fruit displays, and charcuterie boards, • Prepare assorted salads, sandwiches, and composed catering trays, • Create beautifully arranged platters and catering boxes suitable for corporate clients and events, • Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation, • Manage production schedules and prep in the commissary kitchen, • Maintain clean and organized workspaces while following food safety standards Ideal Candidate • Experience in catering, commissary kitchens, restaurants, or private chef work, • Strong knife skills and ability to work with proteins, vegetables, and fresh ingredients, • Skilled in food presentation and platter design, • Organized and able to manage prep timelines and catering orders, • Passion for producing visually impressive food displays, • Dependable, professional, and detail-oriented

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  • Chef of Dominican Specialty
    Chef of Dominican Specialty
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Hackensack

    We are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef of Dominican Specialty to lead the culinary creation and presentation of authentic Dominican dishes. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase vibrant flavors, traditional recipes, and innovative culinary techniques in a lively, fast-paced environment. As a key member of our culinary team, you will craft memorable dining experiences that celebrate Dominican culture while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and service excellence. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver exceptional cuisine that delights our guests and elevates our restaurant’s reputation. Responsibilities Develop and execute authentic Dominican menu items, ensuring consistency, flavor integrity, and visual appeal. Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and presentation in accordance with established recipes and standards. Lead, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff to maintain high performance levels, fostering a positive team environment. Manage inventory control, including ordering ingredients, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste to optimize food costs. Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards across all kitchen operations. Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours and special events such as banquets or catering functions. Implement training programs for team members on culinary techniques, food handling, and safety procedures to promote continuous improvement. Requirements Proven experience in fine dining or restaurant management with a focus on Caribbean or Dominican cuisine. Demonstrated banquet experience and familiarity with catering operations. Strong supervisory skills with experience managing kitchen teams in fast-paced environments. Extensive knowledge of food production, menu planning, and food service management principles. Expertise in inventory management, control procedures, and cost optimization strategies. Solid background in food safety practices, sanitation standards, and dietary department protocols. Ability to lead by example with excellent cooking skills and a passion for authentic Dominican flavors. Previous experience in hospitality settings such as restaurants or catering services is highly desirable. Join us as a Chef of Dominican Specialty to bring vibrant flavors to life! Your culinary expertise will inspire your team while delighting our guests with memorable dishes rooted in rich tradition and innovative flair. We value energetic leadership combined with detailed knowledge of the food industry—if you’re ready to make a flavorful impact, we want to hear from you! Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour Benefits: Food provided Work Location: In person

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  • Team Member
    Team Member
    3 hours ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Jersey City

    Summary 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: • 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 to 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., • Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by the Management Team.

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  • Director of Outlets
    Director of Outlets
    2 days ago
    $160000–$175000 yearly
    Full-time
    Midtown West, Manhattan

    The Director of Outlets of FB 575 at Aman New York is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and strategic direction of all hotel restaurants, lounges and bars and ensuring integration with the Aman brand. This role ensures seamless service delivery, financial profitability, and elevated guest and member experiences across multiple outlets. The Director of Outlets works closely with senior leadership to drive revenue, maintain brand standards, develop teams, and enhance the overall positioning of the hotel's Food Beverage program. This role requires the ability to motivate and inspire those around you, to access the best skills of each colleague to increase financial progress, and build a culture of integrity, composure, and humility. The Director of Outlets must strive to retain and develop a team with a singular goal of being the best. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Financial · Assist Director of FB in managing annual operating budgets for all outlets. · Monitor financial performance, ensuring revenue targets and cost controls are achieved. · Maximize opportunities for upselling, cross-selling, and guest spend per head with training and initiatives. · Collaborate with Finance to track performance KPI metrics, Forecasting, and PL reporting. · Support Director of Finance to solve all accounting issues. Personnel · Lead, mentor, and inspire outlet managers and their teams, fostering a culture of excellence. · Partner with HR on recruitment, onboarding, training, and succession planning. · Conduct performance reviews and career development for team members. · Oversee the hourly schedules for all outlets ensuring coverage and management of overtime. · Perform trainer tasks and conduct training for restaurant staff as assigned by FB management. o These include training of management and non-management staff on steps of service, coaching counseling, and culture. · Quantify training success with improved LQA, TrustYou, and other related reviews. o Develop action plans for LQA audits · Coach and counsel managers and hourly colleagues for any breaches of conduct and follow policies when issuing formal disciplinary notice. Culture and People · Foster an environment ethics to build a strong, retained team. These include: Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Inclusiveness, Professional Development (self and others), and Compassion. · Motivate staff to do their best by empowering them to make decisions, share ownership, and provide input. · Develop managers through tasks and assignments while holding frequent development discussions to further career goals. · Create a high-morale workplace by sharing wins and successes, allows open dialogue, and nurtures a team mentality. · Sets clear goals and deadlines and holds team accountable. · Is committed to their own growth and able to identify their own weaknesses and work to compensate for them · Maintains composure and handles stress during unsettling times, keeps confidence and trust in others, and respects the viewpoints of others. Operational Leadership · Oversee all daily outlet operations, ensuring consistency in quality, service, and presentation. · Support operations for special events and private functions. · Assist food beverage outlets in their operations within peak times when needed. · Perform opening and closing duties for Arva and Nama when necessary. · Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) across outlets. · Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations (DOH and DIVERSY) and lead monthly food health and safety meetings with Outlet Leaders (chefs and managers). · Ensure that operating equipment is maintained and service and storage areas are kept safe and clean. · Champion a service culture that prioritizes personalized, anticipatory guest engagement. · Monitor guests' satisfaction levels and feedback and properly implement service improvements as necessary. · Ensure outlets reflect the property's brand ethos and deliver memorable experiences. · Conduct daily walk-through of the restaurant space, including the dining room, lounge, terraces, Club Lounge, and 15th floor. · Collaborate with the culinary team to maintain food quality and consistency. · Prepare and present reports on all training initiatives, challenges, and achievements to senior leadership. · Conduct regular audits of restaurant operations, food safety, and guest service delivery. · Implement and communicate new menus and promotions such as holidays and special event promotions. · Perform a variety of other duties as assigned by management · Model and embody values in the FB 575 Culture Guide (see additional document) Strategic Initiatives · Collaborate with Sales Marketing to develop promotions, partnerships, and programming. · Review and refine beverage and wine lists to remain innovative and competitive. · Identify trends and opportunities to enhance FB positioning. · Drive sustainability initiatives and operational efficiencies where possible. Qualifications · 5 years' experience in a luxury hotel environment, membership club environment, or similar role in restaurants or food and beverage. · Positive, engaging, and energetic personality. · Able to be organized, manage time wisely and work with little to no direct supervision. · Very high attention to detail and extensive service knowledge. · Must have good knowledge of food preparation, wine, and spirits. · Sensitive to cultural nuances. · Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal on English. · Able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, fast-paced environment. · Excellent people skills and the ability to work under pressure and with various stakeholders. · Ability to maintain a clean and professional appearance as per company policies. · Ability to stand for extended periods of time. · Ability to carry, push, and pull heavy loads up to 50 lbs; standing, bending and lifting will be required. · Multi-lingual is a plus. · TIPS, ServSafe certified. · Experience with MICROS POS system, Harri, and Sevenrooms. · NYS Department of Health and Hygiene certified.

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  • Relief Cook
    Relief Cook
    4 days ago
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Minimum Qualifications • One year experience as a cook working in an institutional kitchen., • Experience in preparing food and cooking meals for large groups (88+ persons), kitchen operations, and handling of kitchen equipment., • Applicant must have successfully completed the Health Academy Food Sanitation Course., • Applicant must be willing to work a schedule that includes one weekend day weekly. - Applicant must also be free of any contagious or communicable diseases (e.g., tuberculosis). Additional Desired Qualifications • Background in nutrition, catering or meal planning., • Bilingual (Spanish/English), • Experience working with older adults, formerly homeless, mental health or substance abusers, • Valid New York City driver's license, • Certified in basic First Aid and CPR. Job Description This position reports to the Head Chef. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Serve daily lunch to approximately 88 to 100 clients Prepare, cook and serve daily dinner Provide input into the planning of monthly menus Serve lunch during the weekdays Maintain all kitchen equipment in good working order Clean pots, pans and other kitchen equipment Assist cook in maintaining clean kitchen that complies with all regulations (e.g., NYC Department of Health) Cover for the Head Chef in his/her absence Assist in kitchen inventory keeping and storing food deliveries Back-up to dishwasher person in emergency situations Other general kitchen duties as needed Kitchen Equipment Cleaning Day (Wednesdays) The New York Foundation for Senior Citizens, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $35,755.00 per year Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person

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  • Cook
    Cook
    6 days ago
    $20–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    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., • Availability Monday through Sunday 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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  • Food Preparer
    Food Preparer
    16 days ago
    $17–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Port Richmond, Staten Island

    The Kitchen Prep Person is responsible for preparing ingredients and proteins for daily kitchen operations. This role helps keep the kitchen organized, stocked, and ready for service by handling cleaning, cutting, seasoning, portioning, and basic food prep tasks according to company standards. Key Responsibilities: • Clean, wash, trim, and prepare meats, poultry, seafood, and vegetables, • Cut, portion, and season meats for daily service, • Clean and prepare fish, shrimp, salmon, snapper, and other seafood items, • Prep vegetables including cabbage, peppers, onions, carrots, and other produce, • Prepare ingredients for menu items and daily specials, • Assist with marinating, seasoning, and organizing proteins for cooking, • Cook and prepare pasta or other assigned pre-cooked items as needed, • Label, date, and store all prepared food items properly, • Maintain a clean and sanitary prep station at all times, • Follow food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation standards, • Keep prep area stocked, organized, and ready for the line cooks and chefs, • Notify management when inventory or prep items are running low, • Assist with receiving and organizing kitchen deliveries when needed, • Arrive on time and ready to work, • Complete all prep assigned for the day efficiently and correctly, • Maintain consistency in cuts, portions, and seasoning, • Keep work area clean throughout the shift, • Work with urgency while still maintaining quality, • Follow instructions and communicate clearly with the kitchen team, • Previous kitchen prep experience preferred, • Ability to handle raw meat, seafood, and produce safely, • Ability to stand for long periods and lift kitchen supplies/products, • Good knife skills and attention to detail, • Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, • Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented, • Dependable, • Hardworking, • Clean and organized, • Fast but careful, • Willing to learn, • Team player

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