Job Description

Be Part of What’s Next

At Delish, food is more than just what’s on the plate — it’s entertainment, inspiration, and community. As a Temporary Test Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a hands-on role in bringing engaging food content to life while helping keep our fast-paced test kitchen running seamlessly behind the scenes.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us?)

Hearst Magazines’ portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the U.S.—including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Esquire, Good Housekeeping, Harper’s BAZAAR, and Popular Mechanics — inspires, entertains, and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital, video, social and print, reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation, cutting-edge technology, and industry-leading data capabilities, we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the world—and together, we are shaping what’s next.

Key Responsibilities (What You Are Doing)

• Support the Test Kitchen Manager with daily kitchen operations and administrative tasks
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient test kitchen and studio environment
• Assist on photo and video shoots by preparing ingredients, organizing materials, and supporting production needs
• Test and develop recipes as assigned, ensuring consistency and quality standards
• Organize and maintain back-of-house storage areas, kitchen tools, and equipment
• Receive, unpack, and properly organize weekly grocery deliveries and supplies
• Shop for groceries and kitchen essentials as needed for shoots and recipe development
• Prep ingredients and complete mise en place to support smooth execution of culinary productions

Qualifications (What We’re Looking For)

• 1+ years of experience in a professional kitchen, culinary, food media, or related environment, or equivalent hands-on experience
• Strong cooking skills and confidence working in a fast-paced kitchen setting
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly in a dynamic production environment
• Enthusiasm for food media, digital content, and the Delish brand
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift and move groceries, kitchen equipment, and supplies as needed
• This role is based in New York City and requires in-office presence 4 days per week

The hourly rate for this role is $22/hour. This position is not eligible for bonus or commission compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.

Hearst Magazines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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