Top 173 Executive chef Jobs in Bergenfield, Nj

Head Chef
Oyamel NYC —New York, NY
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
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Executive Chef
Confidential —Yonkers, NY
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Executive Chef
Goodwin Recruiting —Hackensack, NJ
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Senior level
- Opportunities for advancement
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Executive Chef
Confidential —White Plains, NY
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Cafe Head Chef (Savory) - Manhattan
Tatte Bakery & Café —New York, NY
- $82,000 - $108,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Commuter assistance
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Director, Culinary Development - Lifestyle
Hyatt Lifestyle Group New York Hub —New York, NY
- $180,500 - $199,500 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Hotel
- Presentation skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Executive Chef
University Hospital, Newark NJ —Newark, NJ
- $83,286 - $124,932 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Recruiting
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Executive Chef
Monarch Communities —Paramus, NJ
- $82 - $85 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Executive Chef - Waldorf Astoria New York
Hilton —New York, NY
- $185,000 - $235,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Executive Chef
The Modern / Cafes —New York, NY
- $115,000 - $125,000 a year
- Hospitality
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef
Millennium Times Square —New York, NY
- $135,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Hotel
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Complex Executive Chef
Restaurant Associates —New York, NY
- $150,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- 8 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Executive Chef
Omni Hotels & Resorts —New York, NY
- $130,000 - $140,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Word processing
- Hotel
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EXECUTIVE CHEF
The Avra Group —New York, NY
- $160,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- ServSafe
- Senior level
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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Area Executive Chef
Sodexo —Hoboken, NJ
- $89,250 - $115,500 a year
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
3d
Executive Chef (Etihad Park- Food & Beverage)
Legends Global —New York, NY
- $140,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Team management
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Executive Chef Luxury
Sunrise Senior Living —New York, NY
- $101,608 - $140,296 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Sales
- Cooking
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Executive Chef
Din Tai Fung North America —Brooklyn, NY
- $185,000 - $220,000 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- 3 years
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Executive Chef - Clara Maass
Aramark —Belleville, NJ
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Team management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Chef de Cuisine
Marriott Marquis Restaurants —New York, NY
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Head Chef

Oyamel NYC
New York, NY

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Job Details

$95,000 - $105,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Kitchen health and safety standards
Grilling
Google Workspace
Industrial fryers
Sautéing
Food service health code compliance
Fine dining experience
Team leadership
Coaching
Staff scheduling
Team scheduling
Cost control
Profit & loss
Kitchen cost control
HACCP
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Schedule creation
Managing kitchen staff
Productivity software
Kitchen staff scheduling
Restaurant cost management
POS systems
Kitchen stations
Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Description:

Job Title: Head Chef
Reports To: Director of Operations
Department: Back of House – Culinary
Employment Type: Salaried, Exempt

Salary: $95-105k Plus bonus and benefits

About José Andrés Group

José Andrés Group (JAG) is a hospitality company led by Chef José Andrés, known for outstanding guest experiences, innovation, and a values-driven culture. Our teams bring world-class food and warm hospitality to life across acclaimed concepts worldwide.

Position Summary

The Head Chef is the culinary leader responsible for daily kitchen performance, food quality, consistency, and team development. This role owns line readiness and execution, menu upkeep and features, food safety compliance, inventory and COGS controls, and the growth of a strong culinary culture—delivering JAG standards of flavor, presentation, and hospitality during every service.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Leadership & Standards

Lead, train, and hold the team to JAG culinary standards for seasoning, texture, temperature, and plating.
Conduct pre-service tastings and line checks; calibrate stations and expo for quality and timing.
Uphold and improve recipes/SOPs; document changes and ensure version control.

Menu Management & Innovation

Maintain core menus and seasonal features aligned with concept, sourcing, and brand story.
Partner with Beverage/Bar on pairings and promotions; support menu engineering decisions with data.
Execute tastings, rollouts, and training materials for any menu change.

Service Execution & Expo

Own the pass: manage ticket flow, coursing, and window times; step onto the line during peaks.
Communicate 86s/low pars in real time to FOH leadership; drive “fix now” recovery for remakes.
Analyze service issues post-shift; capture learnings in manager logs and action plans.

People Leadership & Culture

Recruit, onboard, and develop a skilled team (Sous Chefs, Line, Prep, Stewarding in partnership).
Deliver ongoing coaching, documented feedback, and fair performance management.
Foster an inclusive, respectful, and learning-focused kitchen; recognize great work.

Food Safety, Sanitation & Compliance

Enforce DOH/HACCP standards: cooling logs, holding temps, allergen/cross-contact, and personal hygiene.
Ensure daily/weekly cleaning schedules, equipment care, and safe chemical/PPE use.
Prepare for inspections; correct violations immediately and train to prevent recurrences.

Inventory, COGS & Procurement

Own inventory accuracy, yield tracking, waste logs, and portion control to meet COGS targets.
Build pars and order to forecast; verify receiving quality/temperatures and storage by zone.
Partner with vendors on quality, pricing, and substitutions; escalate shortages with solutions.

Labor & Scheduling

Build schedules to volume and skill mix; manage deployment and breaks to protect ticket times and labor plan.
Cross-train team to maintain coverage and growth opportunities.

Facilities, Equipment & R&M

Ensure safe operation and daily maintenance of kitchen equipment; filter fryers, clean hoods/filters per schedule.
Submit and track work orders; tag out unsafe equipment and communicate timelines.

Events, Banquets & Openings (as applicable)

Execute BEOs, PDR, and off-site activations to standard, on time and to cost.
Support new openings and seasonal transitions: hiring, training, tastings, and stabilization.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

5–7+ years of professional kitchen experience with 2–3+ years in a lead role (Sous Chef, CDC, or Head Chef) in upscale/casual-fine or fine dining.
Advanced station mastery (grill, sauté, fry, garde manger) and strong expo leadership.
Proven success managing inventory, yields, and COGS; literacy with basic P&L levers.
Strong knowledge of HACCP/food safety; ServSafe Manager or equivalent (or ability to obtain).
Clear communicator and coach; calm, organized decision-maker under pressure.
Familiarity with KDS/POS, inventory, and scheduling tools; Google Workspace comfort.
Schedule flexibility (nights, weekends, holidays).

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Stand and move for extended periods (up to 8+ hours); frequent bending/reaching.
Lift/carry/push/pull up to 35–50 lbs.
Continuous exposure to heat, steam, refrigeration, and cleaning chemicals; repetitive knife/equipment use.
Slip-resistant footwear required.

In Return, We Offer You

Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus opportunities
Comprehensive health & wellness benefits
Retirement savings plans
Employee dining and partner discounts
Professional growth in a values-driven, award-winning hospitality group

Equal Opportunity Employer

José Andrés Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the federal E-Verify Program.

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