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  • Pho99 NYC
    Line Cook
    Line Cook
    9 days ago
    $17–$21 hourly
    Full-time
    Rego Park, Queens

    We’re a busy Vietnamese restaurant in Rego Park looking for a young, strong, and hard-working person to join our kitchen team. Requirements: • Basic cooking or kitchen prep experience, • Can handle fast-paced work and lift heavy items, • Team player with a good attitude, • Must have valid work authorization, • Asian background preferred (Vietnamese or similar cuisine experience is a plus) We offer: • Competitive pay + tips, • Friendly, family-style team, • Steady hours and growth opportunity

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  • All Team Staffing
    Lead Line Cook / Sous Chef
    Lead Line Cook / Sous Chef
    17 days ago
    $19–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Rockaway Park, Queens

    We are seeking an experienced Seafood Line Cook to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have strong seafood preparation skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and maintain the highest standards of food safety, quality, and presentation. Responsibilities: Prepare and cook seafood menu items to a specified standard Perform food prep duties including chopping, mixing, seasoning, and portioning Set up and maintain cooking stations with necessary supplies Follow the head chef’s instructions and menu guidelines Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety compliance at all times Assist with managing inventory and maintaining proper food storage Work efficiently to meet order times and ensure customer satisfaction Collaborate with kitchen team members to deliver high-quality meals Qualifications: Proven experience as a line cook, preferably with a focus on seafood Knowledge of various cooking techniques (grilling, frying, steaming, sautéing) Ability to follow directions and adapt quickly in a busy kitchen Strong understanding of food safety and allergy awareness Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs Attention to detail in portion control, ingredient measurement, and plating Team player with excellent communication skills Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person

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  • Caribbean Restaurant
    Kitchen Staff
    Kitchen Staff
    24 days ago
    $16–$17 hourly
    Full-time
    Starrett City, Brooklyn

    Job Summary: We're seeking a reliable and skilled kitchen worker with strong closing experience. This role includes food prep, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, inventory management, and completing all end-of-day closing duties. Must be dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook menu items to standard Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout shift Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures Handle end-of-day kitchen closing tasks, including cleaning, shutting down equipment, and securing food Assist with inventory tracking and stock rotation Support the team as needed during service Requirements: Proven kitchen experience, especially in closing shifts Strong work ethic and attention to detail Full availability Experience with inventory management Able to lift 50+ lbs. and stand for long periods

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  • Flavor N' Spice
    Dishwasher & Food Prep
    Dishwasher & Food Prep
    1 month ago
    $12–$15 hourly
    Part-time
    Valley Stream

    Flavor N' Spice is looking for a Dishwasher and Food Prep to join our team. We are a family owned restaurant and offer a part time shift for a few hours a day. Perfect opportunity to make some money! We are excited and looking forward as to making you part of our team. Please feel free to apply as we are looking for hardworking and enthusiastic hires! Also offers opportunity to move up. Duties include- -able to follow directions -Restaurant usually gets a sink full of dishes. Dishwasher and food prep is expected to wash dishes and clean sink area. -Sweep kitchen area, mop kitchen area, sanitize and clean work stations and tables. -Prepare and cut meat and vegetables for cooking. -Store food properly in walk-in freezer. -Assist head chef in activities such as retrieving items, gathering and storing food, and helping out around the kitchen. -Stock ( includes fridge, breads, snacks, containers, etc. ) -Unload and store food when restaurant gets a delivery. -Must be able to work as part of a team.

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  • Afghan Saffron And Spice
    Chef
    Chef
    2 months ago
    $16–$25 hourly
    Full-time
    Valley Stream

    We are an Afghan restaurant looking for a chef experienced in Afghan cuisine (Tajiki or Kurdish experience is a plus). The role mainly involves preparing authentic Afghan dishes and assisting with food prep. Hours are flexible, and the work is steady and not overly demanding. Requirements: Experience in Afghan cooking Reliable and detail-oriented Flexible schedule Benefits: Flexible hours Friendly, supportive environment

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