Line Cook

Title: Opening Line Cook – Te No Te | Japanese Handrolls & Snacks

Te No Te is hiring a Line Cook for a small Japanese handroll, snacks, and drinks concept in NYC.

The menu centers on open-faced temaki, Japanese snacks, small plates, rice, seafood, sauces, garnishes, and prep-driven service. The concept is connected to an existing Japanese restaurant space, so the standards are polished, but the team is small and hands-on.

This role is best for a cook with experience in Japanese cuisine, seafood, rice, small plates, opening restaurants, or small teams. The kitchen is compact, so candidates should be organized, independent, clean, and comfortable helping across more than one station.

What you’ll do

• Execute prep and service for snacks, small plates, rice, seafood, sauces, garnishes, and related menu items

• Maintain clean, organized station setup and breakdown

• Support prep, service, receiving, cleaning, and opening sidework

• Follow recipes, portioning, product handling, and sanitation standards

• Work independently in a small team without constant direction

• Cross-train and support the team as systems are built during opening

Who we’re looking for

• Professional kitchen experience required

• Japanese cuisine, seafood, rice, small-plate, or opening experience preferred

• Strong cleanliness, organization, and prep habits

• Comfortable working in a compact kitchen or small team

• Independent, flexible, and reliable

• Available full-time or at least 4 shifts per week

• Evening and weekend availability required

Compensation
$22–$28/hr based on experience. Paid training provided.

Schedule
Full-time Wednesday - Sunday. Evening and weekend availability required.

Please apply with your resume and current availability.