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Careers at Dave's Hot Chicken

Join the dave's hot chicken family and become part of New York's most passionate team. We're looking for people who love bold flavors, great hospitality, and bringing heat to every shift.

Why Work With Us

Benefits of Joining daves hot chicken

At Dave's hot chicken, our team is our greatest ingredient. We invest in people who bring passion, energy, and dedication to every role.

Competitive Pay

We offer above-market wages with regular performance reviews, tips, and bonuses that recognize your contribution to our team's success.

Health Benefits

Full-time team members receive comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage. Your wellbeing is as important to us as great chicken.

Career Growth

We promote from within. Many of our managers and leaders started on the line. Your ambition has a home at daves chicken.

Free Meals

Enjoy complimentary meals during every shift. We believe the best way to serve great food is to love eating it yourself.

Flexible Scheduling

We understand life happens outside of work. Our scheduling system accommodates your personal commitments and life balance.

Inclusive Culture

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our diverse team is our strength and everyone deserves respect and belonging.

Dave's hot chicken team members working together in the kitchen

Our Culture

More Than a Job — A Family

At dave hot chicken, we've built a workplace where passion and purpose meet. Every shift is an opportunity to create something remarkable — from the perfectly spiced tenders to the smile you leave on a guest's face.

We celebrate wins together, learn from every challenge, and show up every day with the same fiery commitment that made Dave's hot chicken a New York institution.

120+
Team Members
8+
Years in Business
92%
Staff Retention

Open Roles

Current Openings at daves chicken

Find the role that fits your skills and ambitions. All positions are based at our New York location at 944 8th Ave.

Line Cook

Full-Time
New York, NY $18–$23 / hr 35–40 hrs/week

As a Line Cook at Dave's hot chicken, you'll be at the heart of the kitchen — preparing our signature spiced chicken dishes with precision and passion. You'll work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment to deliver the bold flavors our guests love.

  • 1+ year kitchen experience preferred
  • Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen
  • Food handler certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Shift Supervisor

Management
New York, NY $24–$30 / hr 40 hrs/week

Lead a team of front and back-of-house staff during your shift, ensuring smooth operations, exceptional guest experiences, and consistent execution of our daves hot chicken standards. You'll be a coach, problem-solver, and culture carrier.

  • 2+ years restaurant or food service experience
  • Previous supervisory or leadership experience
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to handle high-pressure situations calmly
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Front of House Team Member

Part-Time
New York, NY $16–$20 / hr + tips 15–25 hrs/week

Be the face of dave's hot chicken! You'll greet guests, take orders, handle payments, and ensure every visit is a memorable one. Ideal for students or those seeking a flexible, people-focused role in a vibrant New York restaurant.

  • Friendly and outgoing personality
  • Basic cash-handling experience
  • Ability to multitask in a busy environment
  • No prior experience required — we train!
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Prep Cook

Full-Time
New York, NY $16–$19 / hr 30–40 hrs/week

Support our kitchen team by preparing and portioning ingredients with accuracy and care. As a Prep Cook at Dave's hot chicken, you'll help ensure that every dish that leaves our kitchen meets our bold-flavored standards.

  • Experience with knife skills and basic food prep
  • Ability to follow recipes and portion guidelines
  • Food safety knowledge is a plus
  • Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
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Marketing & Social Media Coordinator

Full-Time
New York, NY $45,000–$55,000 / yr 40 hrs/week

Help tell the story of daves chicken to the world. You'll manage our social media presence, create compelling content, coordinate promotions, and grow our digital community across Instagram, Facebook, and beyond.

  • 2+ years social media or marketing experience
  • Proficiency in Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
  • Basic photography and video editing skills
  • Passion for food and storytelling
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