Chef

Golden Krust 233rd (Bronx); New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Krust 233rd (Bronx) is seeking an experienced International Chef specializing in Caribbean cuisine with a minimum of five years of professional experience. The role focuses on authentic Caribbean flavors, spices, and cooking techniques for an international setting, leading a kitchen team.

Responsibilities include menu development, overseeing operations, and maintaining food safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Time management: follow directions and ask for clarity when needed.
• Quickly learn new recipes and procedures.
• Fair mathematical skills for portions and costs.
• Must stand for extended periods.
• Move in close quarters, handle heat and fast pace.
• Remain calm and focused under pressure.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present authentic Caribbean dishes with consistency and high quality.
• Develop and curate menus inspired by Caribbean cuisines, including traditional and contemporary interpretations.
• Ensure proper use of Caribbean spices, marinades, and cooking techniques (jerk, stewing, grilling, roasting).
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and quality standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and supplier coordination for specialty ingredients.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff in Caribbean cooking techniques and presentation.

Skills

Time management

Learn new recipes

Mathematical skills

Standing for long hours

Work pace under pressure

Calm under pressure

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Chef

FullTime Manual Labor The Bronx, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1040

Salary Range: $20.00 To $20.00 Hourly

We are seeking an experienced and passionate International Chef specializing in Caribbean cuisine with a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of authentic Caribbean flavors, spices, and cooking techniques, and the ability to deliver high-quality dishes that reflect traditional and modern Caribbean culinary styles in an international setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present authentic Caribbean dishes with consistency and high quality
• Develop and curate menus inspired by Caribbean cuisines, including traditional and contemporary interpretations
• Ensure proper use of Caribbean spices, marinades, and cooking techniques (jerk, stewing, grilling, roasting, etc.)
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency and quality standards
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations
• Manage inventory, food costs, and supplier coordination for specialty ingredients
• Train and supervise kitchen staff in Caribbean cooking techniques and presentation

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Knowledge of standard cooking, baking, and grilling techniques.
• 1 year minimum of prior experience in a full service kitchen

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SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

• Manages time effectively - understands and follows written and verbal directions explicitly and asks questions for clarity when necessary.
• Able to learn new recipes and new procedures rapidly.
• Possesses fair mathematical skills
• Must be able to work standing for extended hours.
• Must be able to move about in close quarters, handle heat and handle fast work pace for extended hours.
• Must be able to remain calm and cool underpressure
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

HYGIENE AND DEPORTMENT

• Wear the proper uniform at all times.
• Ensure that nails are kept short and clean - no nail polish
• Exhibit good hygiene at all times
• Wear full shoes at all times - No slippers.
• Jewelry, except for a plain band, is prohibited.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

This job is satisfactorily performed when:

• There is timely preparation of all items required to cook meals.
• The kitchen is kept neat and clean at all times
• A high level of initiative, flexibility and dependability is displayed at alltimes
• The job is performed with professionalism and integrity.