Chef Jobs in Long Island City, NY

A Chef is a culinary expert who prepares and cooks a variety of dishes, from simple to complex, in a professional setting such as a restaurant, hotel, or private establishment. They are responsible for creating menus, ensuring the freshness of ingredients, supervising kitchen staff, and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Chefs also manage the budget for food and kitchen supplies, negotiate supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Their role is pivotal in providing an excellent dining experience to customers, thereby contributing significantly to the Chef industry.

A Chef should possess key skills such as creativity, culinary expertise, leadership, time management, and communication. Having a profound understanding of various cooking techniques and food presentation is paramount. They should also be adept at multitasking, as they often handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Additionally, being ServSafe certified and having a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field is preferred. Prior to becoming a Chef, a person may have roles such as a Line Cook, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager, to gain valuable experience and learn the intricacies of the industry.

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Chef - Ukrainian Specialty

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 1 hour ago

Responsible for all culinary production for all locations and in tandem with Culinary Director. Responsible for all back of house operations including menu and recipe development, maintenance of...

Experienced Ramen Chef Wanted Bilingual a Plus!

  • Bloomfield, NJ (13 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bloomfield, NJ (13 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 hours ago

We're looking for a skilled and passionate Ramen Chef to join our team at 7 Doors Down Eatery, a fast-growing concept specializing in handcrafted ramen, bao buns, and Detroit-style pizza....

Chef

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Chef (Kitchen Captain) to lead our kitchen team at our new fast-casual Korean restaurant in NYC....

Management Chef

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Service that creates unforgettable experiences for discerning travelers with 375 rooms (plus 375 residences), 40,000 square feet of event space, holistic spa and wellness programming, and celebrity chef...

Temporary Chef

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Chef will be provided an "okay to eat" list and all allergies will be told up front. This is a kind, busy couple looking for a chef who is warm in personality....

Corporate Chef, Commissary and Custom

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (9 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ (9 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Lead the culinary content development for specific culinary projects in North America in conjunction with your chef peers and in collaboration with the Head chef....

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Chef

  • Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations. Check the quantity and quality of received products. Determine production schedules and staff requirements...

Chef (Seasonal)

  • Corona, NY (4 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, NY (4 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Associates We have an opening for seasonal CHEF positions....

Chef (Seasonal)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Restaurant Associates + We have an opening for seasonal CHEF positions. + Location: US Open with Restaurant Associates - Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, NY 11368 Note: online applications accepted...

Chef

  • Newark, NJ (12 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (12 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 3 days ago

The Chef will lead, train and mentor culinary teams which include Sous Chefs and Cooks....

Chef

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 3 days ago

presentation and overall food quality. - Perform additional duties as required....

Program Chef (Education and Workforce TEP)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Program Chef (Education and Workforce TEP) Job Details Job Location Stanley M....

Lead Program Chef (Education and Workforce TEP)

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Lead Program Chef (Education and Workforce TEP) Job Details Job Location Stanley M....

Event Chefs- Join a Leading Boutique Italian Catering Company

  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 5 days ago

We are currently seeking part-time Event Chefs to join our team....

Breakfast chef needed in Kings Highway area restaurant

  • Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (4 miles from Long Island City, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Chef needed to make eggs, Sandwiches, salads ect Previous experience a must TEXT FOR INTERVIEW...

Chef Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Travel Cake Master chef series Chef lim by APCA chef online
Travel cakes Master chef series by chef Lim, our in-house executive Pastry are something which does not need too much or a storage and great stuff for picnic and partiesThis program will cover 8...
Cooking (Chef) Course
Description : To become a professional chef, one needs to have dedication, attention to detail and a love for food. These traits put together either makes or breaks up and coming chefs as working...
Master Chef Series -Petite Gateau - Chef Kean
Chef Kean is an award winning In house Executive Pastry chef in APCA Malaysia who have curated this program for APCA chef online. this Program covers some advance level of Entremets or french...
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