Cook and Food Truck Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Cook / Food Truck Manager
Location: NYC
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Kitchen Manager / Operations Supervisor

Position Summary:
We are seeking a US VETERAN and DISABLED VETERAN  reliable, motivated, and skilled cook to join our food truck team. This position involves food preparation, cooking, packaging, and operating within a fast-paced mobile kitchen environment. The ideal candidate has prior kitchen experience, strong teamwork skills, and is eager to learn proprietary recipes and cooking techniques. This role also requires driving and operating a 24-foot food truck, so a valid driver’s license and clean driving record are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and break down workstations and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients, including chopping vegetables and cutting meat
• Learn and prepare 12 proprietary sauces (training provided)
• Operate pasta maker (training provided)
• Cook food items according to recipes and quality standards
• Stir, turn, and monitor sauces and dishes while cooking
• Package individual food orders neatly and accurately
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen environment
• Store food and supplies properly and in compliance with safety standards
• Check ingredient quality and freshness
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a cook or in a kitchen environment
• Proficient with cutting tools and kitchen equipment
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques (training provided as needed)
• Physically able to stand for long periods and lift up to 55 lbs
• Must be a nonsmoker and free of drug use
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent stamina and physical condition
• High school diploma or equivalent (culinary diploma is a plus)
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to obtain or current holder of a New York Food Handler Card
• Willing and able to drive a 24’ truck
• Priority reserved to US VETERANS 

Compensation: Base Salary plus equity “Based on experience”
Schedule: weekdays, weekends, flexible hours, etc.