Required Years of Experience
2 years
Job Details
JF Restaurants is seeking an experienced and passionate Line Cooks to join our esteemed culinary team at The Times Square Edition. This is a unique opportunity to grow within an award-winning restaurant group, working alongside industry-leading professionals in a high-volume, fine dining setting.
Key ResponsibilitiesEvent & Production Support:
- Assist in the preparation and execution of all event-related food production
- Ensure all menu items are prepared and presented to the highest standards during events
- Support high-volume service with efficiency, accuracy, and urgency
- Maintain proper handling, labeling, and storage of all food products
A La Carte Line Execution:
- Execute all menu items and mise-en-place with precision and consistency during service
- Maintain organized and efficient workstations throughout service
- Collaborate with BOH team to ensure smooth and timely kitchen operations
General Kitchen Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of food handling, processing techniques, and cooking methods
- Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organization across all prep and service areas, including walk-ins and storage spaces
- Ensure all mise-en-place is properly labeled, stored, and kept up to date
- Communicate proactively with BOH management regarding product quality, inventory levels, and operational needs
- Assist with Family Meal preparation as needed
- Perform station breakdown and deep cleaning with professionalism and attention to detail
- Keep employee areas, including changing rooms and lockers, clean and organized
- Embrace feedback from chefs and colleagues and continuously seek improvement
- Approach all tasks with a sense of urgency, accountability, and pride
- Previous experience as a Line Cook or Event Cook in a high-volume kitchen preferred
- Strong understanding of culinary techniques, food safety, and sanitation standards
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and peak event periods
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn
This role is ideal for a cook who enjoys the dynamic nature of events while also excelling in a structured a la carte kitchen environment.
John Fraser Restaurants is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $23.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits
Required Skills
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Time Management Skills
Adaptability to Changing Environments
Problem Solving Skills
Attention to Food Presentation
Collaboration With Diverse Teams
Ability to Follow Instructions Accurately
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
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Part of JF Restaurants
Chef John Fraser is the accomplished restaurateur behind Manhattan's NIX and The Loyal. JF Restaurants also operates collaboratively as Food and Beverage Partner to The Times Square EDITION Hotel and the Metropolitan Museum Dining Room.
In 2019, in partnership with Ian Schrager, JF Restaurants opened The Times Square Edition and oversees all food and beverage at the new 452-room hotel in Times Square, including 701West, The Terrace at EDITION, Paradise Club and the Lobby Bar. For the past 10 years, Chef John Fraser has built a renowned restaurant group, garnishing industry wide recognition, multiple Michelin Stars and favorable accolades from the New York Times.
ABOUT JF RESTAURANTS
JF Restaurants is a hospitality group rooted in collaboration and innovation, founded by restaurateur & Michelin-starred chef, John Fraser. We create moments that move people by using food, beverage, hospitality and design.
Restaurateur & Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser made his mark on the culinary landscape by redefining the role of vegetables in American cuisine, from imaginative fine dining restaurants to nostalgic neighborhood brasseries. A vision to create the entire hospitality experience led John to found his own hospitality group, JF Restaurants.
JF Restaurants is a collaborative, creative hospitality group based in New York City, with venues across the country. Concepts include Nix, America’s only Michelin-starred vegetarian restaurant, The Loyal in West Village, four restaurants & bars inside The Times Square EDITION and Ardor, at the WeHo EDITION in Los Angeles. John’s responsibilities at JF Restaurants include creative direction & concept development, business strategy and operations.
Awards / Distinctions
2020
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