Line Cook Jobs in New York City, NY
DishwasherHero+ connects line cooks in New York City with restaurant, hotel, and catering shifts — as a W-2 employee with weekly pay, workers' compensation, and full employment protections. Rates: $18–$24/hr. Serving Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx. NYC's restaurant scene runs 24/7 — flexible shifts available across all five boroughs.
What Line Cooks Do
Cook and plate dishes to order at a station in a busy commercial kitchen. Execute recipes consistently during high-volume service.
- Cook and plate dishes to order at your assigned station
- Maintain station cleanliness and mise en place throughout service
- Follow recipes and plating standards consistently
- Communicate with the expo and other line cooks during service
- Assist with prep work before and after service
Why Work Line Cook Shifts Through DishwasherHero+?
W-2 Employment
New York State minimum wage compliance. Taxes withheld, workers' comp included — not 1099.
Weekly Pay
$18–$24/hr, deposited directly to your account every week.
Flexible Shifts
Browse available line cook shifts in Manhattan and beyond — work when you want.
Multiple Venues in New York City
Work across restaurants, hotels, and catering companies in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx.
Line Cook Shifts by Neighborhood in New York City
Jump to line cook shifts in your area of New York City. Select a neighborhood to filter the shift preview below — or view all shifts across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx.
Manhattan
Line Cook shifts in Manhattan — $18–$24/hr, weekly pay.
Brooklyn
Line Cook shifts in Brooklyn — $18–$24/hr, weekly pay.
Queens
Line Cook shifts in Queens — $18–$24/hr, weekly pay.
the Bronx
Line Cook shifts in the Bronx — $18–$24/hr, weekly pay.
Line Cook Jobs in New York City — FAQs
Are line cook jobs in New York City W-2 or 1099?
All line cook positions through DishwasherHero+ in New York City are W-2 employment. That means payroll taxes are withheld, workers' compensation is covered, and you have full employment protections under New York State minimum wage compliance.
How much do line cooks make in New York City?
Line Cooks through DishwasherHero+ in New York City earn $18–$24 per hour as W-2 employees. Pay is deposited weekly directly to your account.
What neighborhoods in New York City can I work in?
DishwasherHero+ covers Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and the broader New York City area. Available shifts depend on restaurant demand — you can browse shifts in your preferred area and accept the ones that fit your schedule.
Do I need experience to get line cook jobs in New York City?
Minimum 1 year commercial kitchen experience required. Once you're approved, you can browse available line cook shifts in New York City and start working within days.
How do I apply for line cook jobs in New York City?
Sign up in under 5 minutes at dishwasherhero.com, complete a quick background check, and start browsing available line cook shifts in New York City. No resume or interview required.
How does scheduling work for line cook shifts in New York City?
You choose the shifts you want. Open line cook shifts across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the rest of New York City are posted with the venue, start time, and hours before you accept. There is no minimum weekly commitment, and you can work as little or as often as your schedule allows.
When do line cooks get paid in New York City?
Pay is issued weekly by direct deposit for every confirmed line cook shift worked in New York City, with taxes withheld as a W-2 employee. Rates run $18–$24 per hour depending on venue and shift.
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