Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Flexible Schedule

The Campaign Against Hunger; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CookBeach Dunes Eat and Art in Far Rockaway, NY is seeking a full-time Cook to join a busy kitchen team. The role involves hands-on food preparation, line cooking, and station setup with emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and consistent quality.

You will follow recipes, maintain sanitation standards, and contribute to efficient kitchen flow in a high-energy setting. A minimum of 2 years of restaurant cooking experience and a current Food Handler’s Certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of restaurant cooking experience.
• Strong verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient knife skills.
• Flexible schedule based on business needs.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Current Food Handler’s Certificate/Permit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for service in accordance with recipes and standards.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards.
• Follow established food production programs and kitchen procedures.
• Properly use equipment and supplies to minimize waste and loss.
• Maintain a strong passion for food and culinary excellence.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Accurately follow recipes and execute orders from tickets.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain speed and accuracy in all tasks.

Skills

2+ years cooking

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Knife skills

Flexible schedule

Heavy lifting

Stamina

Food handler cert

Job description

CookBeach Dunes Eat and Art in Far Rockaway, NY is seeking a full-time Cook to join a busy kitchen team. The role involves hands-on food preparation, line cooking, and station setup with emphasis on fresh, locally sourced ingredients and consistent quality.

You will follow recipes, maintain sanitation standards, and contribute to efficient kitchen flow in a high-energy setting. A minimum of 2 years of restaurant cooking experience and a current Food Handler’s Certificate are required.