Top 309 Lead cook Jobs in East Hanover, Nj

Lead Line Cook
clementina —Montclair, NJ
- $16 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Cook/Lead
POMPTONIAN FOOD SERVICE —Woodbridge, NJ
- From $17.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Cooking
- Organizational skills
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Sous Chef - Tatte Paramus
Tatte Bakery & Café —Maywood, NJ
- $67,000 - $81,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- ServSafe
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Kitchen Manager – High-Volume Entertainment Venue
Albatross Entertainment —Edison, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Culinary experience
- Inventory management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cafeteria Lead Cook
POMPTONIAN FOOD SERVICE —Allendale, NJ
- $18 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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Sous Chef
SAGE Dining Services —Short Hills, NJ
- $25.50 - $26.50 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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4d
Culinary Supervisor
Topgolf —Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- US work authorization
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Lead Cook-- Private School
Brock & Company Inc —Newark, NJ
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Kitchen
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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5d
Chef de Cuisine
Montage International —Peapack, NJ
- $84,377 - $105,471 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Hotel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Kitchen Lead
Purely Plated Organic —East Hanover, NJ
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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4d
Kitchen Manager
Topgolf —Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
- $21.00 - $25.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- US work authorization
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Cook
Sunrise Senior Living —Madison, NJ
- $19.65 - $24.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Chef Manager - Orange School District
Whitsons Culinary Group —Orange, NJ
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Extended hours
- School experience
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef Manager - Irvington School Nutrition
Whitsons Culinary Group —Irvington, NJ
- $33 an hour
- Extended hours
- School experience
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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12d
Line Cook
O'Bagel - Parsippany —Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Full-time Personal Chef - Paterson, NJ
Tiny Spoon Chef, Inc —Paterson, NJ
- $27 - $30 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Google Workspace
- ServSafe
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
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Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef
The Barn Kitchen and Bar —Rockaway, NJ
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Quality control
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Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Park West Tavern —Ridgewood, NJ
- $65,148.71 - $79,641.45 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Lead Grill Cook/ Kitchen Manager
The Claremont Tavern —Bernardsville, NJ
- $55,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Kitchen
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Lead Cook, In School (No Nights/Weekends) - Newark,NJ
Red Rabbit —Newark, NJ
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Lead Line Cook

clementina -
Montclair, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$16 - $27 an hour

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Pre-cooking preparation
Teamwork
Dietary aide experience
Food service health code compliance
Kitchen knives
Safety regulations
Menu concept development
Team development
Attention to detail
Team training
Mentoring
Meal planning
Communication with kitchen staff

Full Job Description

Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Lead Line Cook to join our dynamic culinary team. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and presentation. As a leader in the kitchen, you will inspire and guide team members to deliver exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced, fine dining environment. Your culinary expertise and passion for food preparation will help elevate our menu offerings and maintain our reputation for excellence.

Duties

Lead and supervise the line cooks during service, ensuring timely and efficient meal preparation.
Oversee food handling, preparation, and cooking processes to meet safety standards and quality expectations.
Assist in menu planning by developing innovative dishes that align with restaurant themes and customer preferences.
Ensure all food industry regulations are followed, including proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
Train new team members on kitchen procedures, knife skills, food presentation, and proper use of equipment.
Coordinate with dietary department and dietary aides to accommodate special dietary needs and meal modifications.
Maintain cleanliness of workstations, manage inventory levels, and order supplies as needed for smooth kitchen operations.
Support catering events by preparing large quantities of food while maintaining quality standards.
Foster a positive team environment by motivating staff, managing conflicts, and promoting professional growth.

Qualifications

Proven experience in restaurant kitchens with a focus on fine dining or high-end establishments.
Strong culinary experience with excellent knife skills and food preparation techniques.
Background in dietary department or dietary aide roles is a plus.
Demonstrated ability in menu planning, meal preparation, and food service operations.
Knowledge of food safety protocols and proper food handling procedures.
Prior leadership experience as a line cook or kitchen supervisor preferred.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to train and mentor team members effectively.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail. Join us to lead our culinary team with passion and precision! Your expertise will help create memorable dining experiences while fostering a collaborative kitchen atmosphere built on excellence and innovation.

Pay: $16.00 - $27.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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lead cook jobs in east hanover, nj

Lead Line Cook

Cook/Lead

Sous Chef - Tatte Paramus

Kitchen Manager – High-Volume Entertainment Venue

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Sous Chef

Culinary Supervisor

Lead Cook-- Private School

Chef de Cuisine

Kitchen Lead

Kitchen Manager

Cook

Chef Manager - Orange School District

Chef Manager - Irvington School Nutrition

Line Cook

Full-time Personal Chef - Paterson, NJ

Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef

Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

Lead Grill Cook/ Kitchen Manager

Lead Cook, In School (No Nights/Weekends) - Newark,NJ

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