Chef

The TemPositions Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

The TemPositions Group is seeking a head chef for a long-term temporary position in the NYC area. The role involves managing kitchen operations to prepare 800+ meals daily, ensuring HDM meals are packed for delivery, and catering events for seniors and agency programs.

Qualified candidates have prior head chef experience, strong leadership, and nutrition compliance. The position offers benefits and a pathway to direct hire, with responsibilities including meetings, trainings, and report

Qualifications

• Oversee preparation and cooking for 800+ meals daily.
• Experience preparing meals for 500+ and meeting nutrition guidelines.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain).
• Proficient in MS Office, POS, and restaurant management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily meal production for seniors and oversee kitchen staff.
• Pack and verify HDM meals for delivery each morning.
• Cater agency events, holidays, and private functions.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and case conferences.
• Assist with daily oversight of the senior center and respond to emergencies.
• Complete and submit reports on time.

Skills

Head chef experience

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Staff supervision

Education

Food Protection Certificate

Tools

MS Office

POS

Restaurant management software

Job description

Description

We are seeking a head chef for a long term temporary to possible direct hire position in the NYC area.

Requirements

• Oversee preparation and cooking of 800+ meals daily.
• Ensure HDM meals are packed for delivery each morning.
• Serve meals to seniors and support special events.
• Provide meals and snacks for childcare and other agency programs.
• Cater agency events, including holidays and private functions.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and case conferences.
• Assist with daily oversight of the senior center and respond to emergencies.
• Complete and submit reports on time.

Qualifications

• FoodProtectionCertificateasissuedbytheNYCDepartmentofHealthand MentalHygiene.
• Proven experience as a Head Chef and in kitchen management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience preparing meals for 500+ and meeting nutrition guidelines.
• Proficient in MS Office, POS, and restaurant management software.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certified (or willing to obtain).
• Ability to lift heavy items, stand long hours, and work flexible schedules.
• Skilled at supervising and training staff.

Benefits

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.