Top 365 Lead cook Jobs in East Orange, Nj

Head Cook
Ridgewood Station Cafe —Ridgewood, NJ
- $1,200 - $1,500 a week
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Food provided
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Chef Manager- Meadowview Hospital
Whitsons Culinary Group —Secaucus, NJ
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Hospital
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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7d
Senior Cook (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $22.03 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental 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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13d
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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Senior Food Service Worker (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $18.78 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Kitchen Manager
Kona Grill - Woodbridge —Iselin, NJ
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Food Service Worker - Irvington School Nutrition
Whitsons Culinary Group —Irvington, NJ
- $17.50 an hour
- Extended hours
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- No experience needed
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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14d
Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Newark, NJ
- $64,000 - $81,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
6d
Lead Cook - Evercore
Aramark —New York, NY
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —Wayne, NJ
- $20.19 - $25.24 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Military encouraged
- Entry level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Cook
Sunrise Senior Living —West Orange, NJ
- $19.65 - $24.65 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
First Cook
NYU Langone Health —New York, NY
- $31.87 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
- Wellness program
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
Sodexo —New York, NY
- $27 an hour
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lead Line Cook
clementina —Montclair, NJ
- $16 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Sous Chef
Woods & Co. Recruitment Pty Ltd —New York, NY
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
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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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Head Cook

Ridgewood Station Cafe
Ridgewood, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time | Contract
$1,200 - $1,500 a week

Benefits

Food provided

Qualifications

Spanish
Event planning
Cooking
English
Food & beverage industry
Mediterranean cuisine
Food industry
Hospitality management

Full Job Description

Overview
We are seeking an energetic and highly skilled Head Cook to lead and elevate our kitchen to new heights. This pivotal role requires a dynamic leader with a passion for culinary excellence, exceptional team management skills, and extensive experience in fine dining, catering, and food service management. As the Head Cook, you will oversee all aspects of food production, menu planning, and operational efficiency, ensuring an outstanding experience for our guests while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality. Your leadership will inspire your team to deliver memorable dining experiences that reflect our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Duties

Lead and supervise the kitchen department, setting clear goals and standards for quality, service, and safety
Oversee menu development, food preparation, and presentation to ensure consistency and culinary excellence
Manage inventory control, food handling procedures, and kitchen operations to optimize efficiency and minimize waste
Coordinate catering events and special functions, ensuring seamless execution from planning to service
Supervise staff scheduling, shift management, and training programs to foster a motivated and skilled team
Enforce food safety regulations and maintain compliance with health codes across all operations
Collaborate with other departments such as hospitality, bartending, and dietary services to deliver a cohesive guest experience
Monitor financial performance through inventory management and cost control measures while maintaining high-quality standards

Skills

Extensive banquet experience with a strong background in large-scale event coordination
Proven supervising experience in a fast-paced food service environment
Deep knowledge of dietary department operations and food safety protocols
Expertise in food production, culinary techniques, and menu planning for fine dining settings
Strong team management skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff effectively
Leadership qualities that inspire confidence and drive continuous improvement
Experience in inventory management, kitchen management, and food handling procedures
Proficiency in catering operations, restaurant management, shift management, and food service delivery
Well-versed in hospitality standards with a focus on exceptional customer service
Knowledge of the food industry trends including culinary innovation and catering solutions
Ability to coordinate multiple responsibilities such as cooking, food preparation, bartending, and serving seamlessly

Join us as the Head Cook to shape extraordinary dining experiences through passionate leadership! We value dedicated professionals committed to excellence in every plate served. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to influence our culinary journey while working within a vibrant team dedicated to hospitality excellence.

Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,500.00 per week

Benefits:

Food provided

Experience:

Cooking: 4 years (Required)
Mediterranean cuisine: 1 year (Preferred)
Breakfast Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

English (Required)
Spanish (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required)
Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

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lead cook jobs in east orange, nj

Head Cook

Chef Manager- Meadowview Hospital

Lead Cook-- Private School

Senior Cook (NBOE)

Chef Manager - Orange School District

Chef Manager - Irvington School Nutrition

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

Senior Food Service Worker (NBOE)

Kitchen Manager

Food Service Worker - Irvington School Nutrition

Sous Chef

Lead Cook - Evercore

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