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  • Team Leader
    Team Leader
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    Jamaica, Queens

    Confidential New Burger Restaurant – Queens, NY Full-Time | Leadership Position PLEASE APPLY ONLY IF YOU HAVE REAL, HANDS-ON BURGER SHOP COOKING EXPERIENCE. We are hiring an experienced Lead Burger Chef / Kitchen Lead for an upcoming burger restaurant in Queens, NY. We are specifically looking for someone with at least 3+ years of professional, hands-on experience working in a burger restaurant, smash burger shop, fast-casual burger concept, or high-volume burger kitchen. Burger-shop cooking experience is required for this position. General restaurant, deli, pizza, catering, or unrelated cooking experience by itself does not qualify for this lead position. We strongly encourage experienced burger cooks who have spent several years working directly with flat-top griddles, smash burgers, fryers, chicken breading, sauces, seasoning, prep, and high-volume burger assembly to apply. The person selected will become a leader of our cooking team and will be responsible for helping train cooks, maintain recipes and procedures, control food quality, and ensure consistent execution. REQUIRED BURGER EXPERIENCE You should already have professional experience with: • Smash burgers on a commercial flat-top griddle, • Proper smashing technique, • Burger patty seasoning, • Griddle temperature management, • Developing a strong beef crust without overcooking, • Single and double burger timing, • Onion smash burgers, • Cheese melting and finishing, • Bun toasting, • Burger assembly and presentation, • Portion control, • High-volume burger production, • Managing multiple orders during rush periods CHICKEN, BREADING & FRYER EXPERIENCE Professional experience should also include: • Crispy chicken sandwiches, • Chicken tenders, • Chicken seasoning and marination, • Breading and dredging systems, • Seasoned flour/breading mixtures, • Fryer temperature control, • Fried chicken timing, • Maintaining crispy texture and product quality, • French fries and fried sides, • Proper food holding procedures SAUCE & SEASONING KNOWLEDGE We are especially interested in someone who understands flavor development, not simply someone who follows instructions. Experience with some or all of the following is highly desirable: • Mayonnaise-based sauces, • Burger/house sauces, • Spicy mayo, • Aioli-style sauces, • Garlic and chipotle sauces, • Seasoning blends, • Chicken marinades, • Burger seasoning, • Breading seasoning, • Sauce consistency, batching and portioning You are NOT expected to bring or disclose proprietary recipes from a previous employer. However, you should understand how professional restaurant sauces, seasonings, marinades and breading systems are developed, prepared, scaled and kept consistent. THIS IS A LEADERSHIP POSITION We are not simply hiring another line cook. You will be expected to: • Lead cooks during service, • Train new kitchen employees, • Teach proper burger cooking techniques, • Teach breading, frying and preparation procedures, • Ensure recipes and procedures are followed consistently, • Maintain consistent taste, appearance and portion size, • Organize daily prep, • Check station readiness before service, • Manage burger, fryer and prep stations, • Monitor food quality throughout service, • Identify and correct cooking mistakes, • Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation, • Control unnecessary food waste, • Follow proper food storage, labeling and rotation procedures, • Help management improve kitchen workflow, • Maintain organization during high-volume rush periods, • Set a professional standard for the rest of the cooking team MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 3+ years of professional burger-shop cooking experience REQUIRED. Previous experience as any of the following is highly relevant: Burger Chef | Lead Burger Cook | Grill Cook | Lead Cook | Kitchen Lead | Kitchen Supervisor | Senior Line Cook | Head Cook Applicants who have worked for established burger restaurants, smash-burger concepts, fast-casual burger restaurants, or high-volume quick-service burger operations are strongly encouraged to apply. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS LEAD POSITION IF: • You have never professionally cooked burgers in a restaurant, • Your experience is primarily home cooking, • You have only limited restaurant cooking experience, • You have never operated a commercial flat-top griddle, • You have never worked a high-volume burger station, • You are not comfortable training and directing other cooks, • You are looking for an entry-level cooking position We respect all types of kitchen experience, but this particular position requires an experienced burger-shop professional. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We want someone who can walk into a professional burger kitchen and already understand: Seasoning → Prep → Griddle → Fryer → Breading → Sauce → Assembly → Timing → Consistency → Cleanliness → Leadership You should be able to look at a burger or fried chicken product and recognize whether it has been seasoned, cooked, assembled and presented correctly. Most importantly, you should understand consistency — every customer should receive the same high-quality product regardless of which cook is working the station. IDEAL CANDIDATE You are: • Highly experienced in burger restaurants, • Dependable and punctual, • Fast during high-volume service, • Clean and organized, • Quality-focused, • Food-safety conscious, • Comfortable leading other cooks, • Comfortable training employees, • A clear communicator, • Calm under pressure, • Serious about consistency, • Interested in growing with a new restaurant concept LOCATION Queens, New York The exact restaurant location and business details will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process. Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Queens. HOW TO APPLY Please submit your résumé and clearly describe your burger-restaurant experience. Please answer: 1. How many years have you worked specifically in burger restaurants?, 2. Which burger restaurants have you worked for?, 3. What positions did you hold?, 4. Do you have professional smash-burger experience?, 5. Have you worked extensively on a commercial flat-top griddle?, 6. Do you have experience seasoning and preparing burger patties?, 7. Do you have experience preparing restaurant burger sauces or mayonnaise-based sauces?, 8. Do you have experience marinating and breading chicken?, 9. Do you have professional commercial-fryer experience?, 10. Have you trained or supervised other cooks?, 11. Are you comfortable being responsible for kitchen consistency and food quality?, 12. What is your current availability? IMPORTANT Candidates with 3–5+ years of strong, direct burger-shop cooking experience will receive first priority. If you have spent several years working hands-on in a successful burger restaurant and are ready to step into a leadership position, we strongly encourage you to apply. We are looking for one experienced burger professional who can help establish and maintain the cooking standards for our entire kitchen team.

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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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  • Sommelier
    Sommelier
    14 days ago
    Full-time
    Southside, Brooklyn

    The Sommelier is responsible for assisting guests in the wine and beverage experience and also is supporting a cohesive dining experience by working with and alongside the Captains, Bartenders, and Management. This position actively embodies, inspires, & elevates hospitality. We are seeking individuals who have great communication skills, strong work ethic, passion for hospitality, commitment to excellence, who understand the importance of teamwork. Ability to multi-task is a must. The Sommelier will manage the wine budget, inventory, and financial aspects of the full wine list, actively seek guest feedback, responding accurately and adapting as necessary The ideal candidate will have at least 3-4 years of service experience, be able to handle a high volume/fine dining environment and should have a general food and service knowledge . The Partners Michelin-starred Chef-Partner Chris Cipollone and Owner-Operator John Winterman bring decades of experience working with some of the best names in hospitality. Above all, Chris and John are renowned for creating unique dining experiences through distinctive food, wine, ambiance, and service. Over the years the partners behind Francie have regularly received international recognition and awards for quality management and legendary service hospitality. The Restaurant Francie is located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Located mere steps from the nascent Williamsburg waterfront, Francie enjoys a coveted location on a sun-lit corner of Broadway & Bedford. With a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere, Francie offers the perfect blend of neighborhood style and luxury. Requirements The primary responsibilities for the Sommelier will include but are not limited to: The Sommelier is the wine expert responsible for maintaining a wine list that meets the goals set by management and for ensuring that proper service of wine is maintained. The Sommelier must have a deep understanding of fine dining and the wine program. The position also requires excellent people skills, dedication, an inexhaustible love of wine, food, and service, as well as a quick ability to “read” the guest. The Sommelier is the liaison between the guest and our extensive wine list and cellar. The Sommelier will have a commanding knowledge of the wine list, a thorough understanding of the menu and how the two interact, and knowledge of all other spirits and beverages offered. This staff member conducts training of wait staff and keeps them up to date of all changes to the wine list and trains the staff on wine knowledge and wine and food pairing. Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00) plus tips Estimated Weekly Tips: $1,000.00 Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

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  • Restaurant Manager
    Restaurant Manager
    16 days ago
    $30–$35 hourly
    Full-time
    Plandome

    Date posted: May 30, 2026 Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Job description: Overview Join our dynamic team as a Part-time Food and Beverage Manager, where your passion for hospitality and food service management will shine! In this energetic role, you will oversee daily operations within our vibrant food and beverage outlets, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, smooth shift management, and efficient team coordination. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership skills while working in a lively environment that values innovation, teamwork, and high standards. Whether managing casual dining, quick service, or catering functions, you’ll play a vital role in delivering memorable dining experiences for our guests. Job Tasks/Duties • Schedules personnel and plans dining room set-up based upon anticipated member/guest counts and client needs, • Takes reservations and checks table reservation schedules, • Greets and seats members and guests, • Carefully supervises dining room staff to help assure proper service; pours coffee and takes orders when necessary, • Inspects dining room employees to ensure that they are in proper and clean uniforms at all times, • Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates dining room staff, • Provides appropriate reports concerning employee hours, schedules, pay rates, job changes, tip pools, etc., • Receives and resolves complaints concerning food, beverages, and service, • Serves as liaison between the dining room and kitchen staff, • Assures that all sidework is accomplished and that all cleaning of equipment and storage areas is completed according to schedule, • Directs pre-meal meetings with dining room personnel. Relays information and policy changes and briefs personnel, • Assures the correct appearance, cleanliness and safety of dining room areas, equipment and fixtures. Checks the maintenance of all equipment in the dining room and reports deficiencies and maintenance concerns, • Makes suggestions about improvements in dining room service procedures and layout, • Produces daily/meal period revenue analyses and other reports from the Point of Sale system(s) used in the dining room, • Assures that the dining room and other club areas are secure at the end of the business day, • Maintains an inventory of dining room items including silverware, coffee pots, water pitchers, salt and pepper holders, sugar bowls and linen and ensures that they are properly stored and accounted for, • Develops and maintains the dining room reservation system, • Develops and implements an on-going marketing program to increase dining room business, • Develops and continually updates and refines policy and procedure manuals for service staff to increase service quality, • Assists in service and tableside cookery as needed, • Attends scheduled staff meetings Physical Demands and Work Environment • Required to stand for long periods and walk, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch and twist or reach. Schedule • Full-time seasonal position, • Flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays Compensation: $30-$35 hour based on experience. Benefits: • Flexible schedule, • Paid time off, • Paid training Work Location: In person

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