Head Cook (Market Cafe)

NU3S • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

NU3S is seeking an experienced Head Cook to support the pre-opening and launch of a high-volume café in Queens, NY. The role involves supporting kitchen setup, menu testing, and pre-opening prep, preparing food to recipe and quality standards, supervising a staff of 4, leading and training kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment, overseeing food quality, kitchen operations, and workflow, managing inventory and minimizing waste, and ensuring food safety, sanitation, and compliance. The Head Cook will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and organized kitchen.

Requirements

• Head Chef, Lead Cook, or Kitchen Manager experience
• QSR, café, and/or bakery background
• ServSafe certification required
• Weekend and holiday availability
• Strong leadership and organization

Nice To Haves

• High-volume kitchen experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen setup, menu testing, and pre-opening prep
• Prepare food to recipe and quality standards
• Supervise a staff of 4
• Lead and train kitchen staff in a fast-paced environment
• Oversee food quality, kitchen operations, and workflow
• Manage inventory and minimize waste
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed