Casting Real Line Cooks for Exciting Project in Manhattan
We are seeking skilled, non-union real line cooks to portray kitchen staff for an exciting production. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your real-life culinary experience to the screen.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a professional line cook in a kitchen setting.
- Perform realistic food preparation and kitchen tasks.
- Follow on-set directions to ensure authenticity and seamless production.
Requirements:
- Non-union line cooks with real kitchen experience.
- Must be comfortable performing typical line cook duties on camera.
- Available for filming on the tentative work date.
- Submit clear, recent photos and contact information with “NU LINE COOK” in the subject line.
Compensation:
- Work day rate: $226/8 hours.
- Gain exposure and experience in a professional production environment.
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