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JJT’s Urban Italian
Grill Cook
JT’s Urban Italian
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

Upscale Italian restaurant seeks a skilled Grill Cook to prepare high-quality dishes with precision and attention to detail. The ideal candidate is a team player with a focus on consistency and flavor. Exceptional dining experience is the top priority.

Apply now → 3 days ago
JJT’s Urban Italian
Garde Manger
JT’s Urban Italian
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

Contemporary Italian restaurant in Buffalo's Elmwood Village seeks an experienced Garde Manger to lead a high-volume station. $23-$30 per hour and benefits are offered. Growth opportunities are available in this locally owned establishment.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
JJT’s Urban Italian
Saute Cook
JT’s Urban Italian
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

Contemporary Italian restaurant in Buffalo's Elmwood Village seeks an experienced Sautè Cook. Offering $24-$32 per hour, full-time benefits, and growth opportunities. Part of a locally owned restaurant group with 30 years of stability.

Apply now → 1 wk ago
JJT’s Urban Italian
Pantry Cook
JT’s Urban Italian
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

JT's Buffalo, a contemporary Italian fine-dining restaurant, seeks an experienced Pantry Cook to execute a high-volume cold station. The ideal candidate is organized and skilled in maintaining fine-dining standards. Stability and attention to detail are valued in this established restaurant group.

Apply now → 3 wks ago
AAngeline, Buffalo
Line Cook
Angeline, Buffalo
Cook📍 Buffalo$22/hr

Angeline, a highly-regarded restaurant, seeks a skilled Line Cook to join its culinary team. The ideal candidate is a culinary-focused individual who strives for excellence. Outstanding ingredients and beautiful food are the standards.

Apply now → 4 wks ago
JJT’s Urban Italian
Line Cook
JT’s Urban Italian
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

Italian restaurant seeking a skilled and reliable Line Cook to prepare dishes to perfection in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about cooking and maintains a clean station. Great food and teamwork are key.

Apply now → 5 wks ago
HHard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls
Line Cook
Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls
Cook📍 Niagara FallsOpen to discussion
Apply now → 6 wks ago
LLaBelle Winery Amherst Event Center
Cook Wanted
LaBelle Winery Amherst Event Center
Cook📍 AmherstOpen to discussion

LaBelle Winery Amherst Event Center seeks a skilled cook for full-time positions in Amherst and Derry, NH, offering $20-$24/hour and a $500 bonus for qualifying line cooks. The venue provides a great culture and opportunities for growth. Pay and benefits are also included.

Apply now → 6 wks ago
MMoriarty Cafe Bar
Cook Wanted
Moriarty Cafe Bar
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

Moriarty Cafe Bar seeks a passionate cook to work with exceptional ingredients and learn from an experienced chef. This full-time line cook role offers a chance to deepen culinary craft. A respected kitchen environment awaits.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
AAmericana Conference Resort Spa & Waterpark
Cook Wanted
Americana Conference Resort Spa & Waterpark
Cook📍 Niagara FallsOpen to discussion

Americana Conference Resort Spa & Waterpark seeks a skilled cook to join their culinary team. The ideal candidate is a team player with a passion for quality food. Part-time banquet and breakfast cook positions are available.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
TThe Draft Room
Cook Wanted
The Draft Room
Cook📍 BuffaloOpen to discussion

The Draft Room seeks skilled kitchen staff, including fry cooks and pizza makers, for part-time positions. Competitive wages and flexible scheduling are offered in a great work environment. A variety of specialty roles are available.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
HHotdog Heaven
Cook Wanted
Hotdog Heaven
Cook📍 AmherstOpen to discussion

Hotdog Heaven seeks a skilled cook to join their team. This casual venue needs a reliable and experienced individual. Competitive opportunity for a culinary professional.

Apply now → 7 wks ago
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Cook
Lucky Strike
Cook📍 Buffalo GroveOpen to discussion
Apply now → 39 wks ago
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FAQ

How do I get a cook job in Buffalo?
The fastest route in Buffalo is being seen by the right venues before a role is even posted. Build a profile that shows your real work — photos, experience and personality — keep your availability current, and let bars and clubs reach out to you directly. Buffalo bar hiring moves on referrals and reputation, not résumé blasts.
Do you need experience to work as a cook in Buffalo?
Plenty of Buffalo venues hire and train newcomers and promote from within, so you can break in without years of experience. A strong portfolio of real shifts helps, but attitude, speed and reliability win most cook jobs here.
How much do cooks make in Buffalo?
Buffalo's restaurant scene staffs cooks across Chippewa Street, Elmwood Village and Allentown, with prep and line work both open. Most working Buffalo cooks take home roughly $14–$22 an hour.
What is Startender?
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