Top 263 Head cook Jobs in Albany, Ny

Chef/Cook
The Club Hospitality —Schenectady, NY
- $20.98 - $34.78 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Food provided
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8d
Line Cook
Mirbeau —Albany, NY
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Line Cook
Dotty Lou's BBQ —Latham, NY
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- US work authorization
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Cook
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store —East Greenbush, NY
- $16.00 - $17.50 an hour
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
- Kitchen
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
Prep Cook
Ruth's Chris —Albany, NY
- $16 - $28 an hour
- Hospitality
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Lead Cook (Continuous)
KIPP Capital Region Public Schools —Albany, NY
- $33,205 - $63,984 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- English
- Mid-level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Food Service Worker 2 (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P26363
State of New York - Mental Health, Office of —Albany, NY
- $42,641 - $52,413 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Psychiatry
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Food Service Worker - PT and FT (Continuous)
KIPP Capital Region Public Schools —Albany, NY
- $33,205 - $63,984 a year
- Part-time
- School experience
- English
- Ability to climb stairs
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Food Service Director
Aramark —Albany, NY
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Merchandising
- Residential
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
2d
Short Order Cook / Kitchen Manager
Pearl's Bagels & Bakery —Albany, NY
- $28 - $30 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 7 years
- 6 years
- Inventory control
- Paid training
- Paid sick time
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7d
Line Cook
Ruth's Chris —Albany, NY
- $16.00 - $28.75 an hour
- Hospitality
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
Fry Cook
Jamal's Chicken U Albany —Albany, NY
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
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3d
Cook
Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady —Schenectady, NY
- $27.99 - $31.10 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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19h
Prep Cook
Damor Chai U Albany —Albany, NY
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
- Café
- Flexible schedule
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LINE COOK/BROILER COOK at black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany
black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany —Albany, NY
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Food service experience
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Bistro Cook PM
Courtyard by Marriott —Clifton Park, NY
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Serving
- Customer service
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Line Cook
OK Social —Valatie, NY
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Food Service Worker
The Twisted Bagel —Ballston Spa, NY
- $17 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Basic math
- In-person
- Communication skills
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1d
Food Service District Sales Professional, Albany AND Saratoga NY
Palmer Food Service —Albany, NY
- $65,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Writing skills
- Cooking
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Bistro Cook Part Time
Courtyard by Marriott —Clifton Park, NY
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Customer service
- Hotel
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Chef/Cook

The Club Hospitality
Schenectady, NY

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$20.98 - $34.78 an hour
8 days ago

Benefits

Paid time off
Food provided

Qualifications

Teamwork
Operations management
Shift management
Performance management
Team development
Hospitality industry experience

Full Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Chef/Cook to join our vibrant culinary team! In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality dishes that delight our guests and uphold our restaurant’s reputation for excellence. You will oversee food production, ensure food safety standards are met, and contribute to a positive, energetic kitchen environment. Your leadership skills and culinary expertise will help maintain smooth kitchen operations, manage inventory, and support team members in delivering exceptional dining experiences. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional eager to showcase their culinary talents in a fast-paced, hospitality-focused setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of menu items with precision, creativity, and consistency, ensuring all dishes meet quality standards.
Lead food preparation activities while maintaining strict adherence to food safety sanitizing procedures and hygiene regulations.
Supervise kitchen staff during shifts, providing guidance on food handling, cooking techniques, and presentation standards.
Manage inventory control and food management processes to minimize waste and optimize cost control.
Oversee catering events, banquet services, and special functions to deliver exceptional service aligned with client expectations.
Collaborate with the culinary team on menu planning, recipe development, and seasonal updates to keep offerings fresh and exciting.
Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment by enforcing sanitation protocols and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Assist in managing kitchen operations including shift management, food service management, and restaurant or hospitality environment oversight.
Support the dietary department by preparing specialized meals that meet dietary restrictions or nutritional guidelines when required.
Foster a positive team atmosphere by supervising staff effectively, encouraging teamwork, and managing performance to ensure high morale.

Experience

Proven culinary experience in fine dining environments or similar high-end hospitality settings.
Extensive background in food production, food handling, and kitchen management within the food industry.
Demonstrated supervisory experience leading kitchen teams or managing shifts in a fast-paced restaurant or catering operation.
Familiarity with banquet experience, catering services, or large-scale event preparation is highly desirable.
Strong knowledge of food safety practices, sanitizing procedures, inventory management, and cost control strategies.
Experience in menu planning, food service management, and restaurant operations is preferred.
Leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams while maintaining high standards of quality and service excellence.
Knowledge of bartending or beverage service is a plus but not required; however, hospitality experience is essential for success in this role.

Join us if you’re passionate about creating memorable culinary experiences! We value energetic professionals who thrive under pressure and are eager to lead by example in a lively kitchen environment dedicated to excellence in hospitality and food service.

Pay: $20.98 - $34.78 per hour

Benefits:

Food provided
Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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head cook jobs in albany, ny

Chef/Cook

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Cook

Prep Cook

Lead Cook (Continuous)

Food Service Worker 2 (NY HELPS), Capital District Psychiatric Center, P26363

Food Service Worker - PT and FT (Continuous)

Food Service Director

Short Order Cook / Kitchen Manager

Line Cook

Fry Cook

Cook

Prep Cook

LINE COOK/BROILER COOK at black & blue Steak and Crab - Albany

Bistro Cook PM

Line Cook

Food Service Worker

Food Service District Sales Professional, Albany AND Saratoga NY

Bistro Cook Part Time

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