Culinary Leader – Seasonal Daytime Kitchen
Roscoe, NY | Full-Time, 40 hrs/week | In-Person
Take the Lead at Do Good Spirits
Do Good Spirits is an award-winning craft distillery in the Catskills, known for top-tier spirits and a growing reputation for exceptional daytime fare. We’re looking for a Head chef — someone who can run the kitchen and lead our team this season.
If you're the kind of chef who thrives behind the line, and can lead by example in a professional and upbeat environment — let’s talk.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Designing and updating a seasonal, creative, approachable menu
- Running the line during all services (hot & cold prep, plating, expediting)
- Leading set up and break down the kitchen each day
- Training and leading part-time team members
- Managing food ordering, inventory, and cost control
- Maintaining cleanliness and health code standards
- Creating a smooth, respectful, and team-driven kitchen culture
Schedule:
This is a daytime / early evening position — no late-night service or double shifts.
- Prep: Thursday
- Open:
- Friday: 11 AM – 7 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM
- Sunday: 11 AM – 6 PM
- Select Holiday Fridays/Mondays: 10 AM – 6 PM
Average 40 hours/week. This is a chef role with balance.
Qualifications:
- 4+ years cooking in a professional kitchen (required)
- Line leadership experience — you’ve run shifts and led a team before
- Comfortable managing prep lists, food orders, and kitchen systems
- Fast, clean, consistent on the line
- Organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
- Culinary degree is a plus, not required
- Serv Safe Certified
- Most importantly: you’re passionate about food and leading from the line
What We Offer:
- Paid time off
- Chef Meal
- Creative input on menu direction
- A fun, professional, team-first culture
Location:
Do Good Spirits Distillery & Restaurant
10 Union Street, Roscoe, NY 12776
Step Into the Kitchen
This is a chance to lead, cook, and create in a seasonal role with real work-life balance. Apply now and show us what you bring to the table.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.50 per hour
Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week
Experience:
- Professional kitchen: 4 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ServSafe (Preferred)
- Drivers license (Preferred)
Location:
- Roscoe, NY 12776 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Roscoe, NY 12776 (Required)
Work Location: In person
