Top 356 Lead cook Jobs in East Orange Nj

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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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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8h
Lead Cook (Women Center)
The Bowery Mission —New York, NY
- $26.44 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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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 Line Cook - Tatte Upper East Side
Tatte Bakery & Café —New York, NY
- $22.50 - $25.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Bakery
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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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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Cook
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. —West Orange, NJ
- $19 - $22 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
14d
Senior Cook (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $22.03 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Newark, NJ
- $64,000 - $81,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
1d
Lead Prep Cook
Dartcor —Morristown, NJ
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Café
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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1d
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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8d
Lead Line Cook - Paramus (New Cafe Opening)
Tatte Bakery & Café —Maywood, NJ
- $22.00 - $25.50 an hour
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Café
- Health insurance
- Dental 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
Line Cook/ Lead Cook
BRBQ Domo hospitality —Jersey City, NJ
- $17 - $24 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- In-person
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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12d
Shift Leader
Panda Restaurant Group —Newark, NJ
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Email
- Restaurant management
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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FOOD UNIT LEAD (PART TIME)
Chartwells K12 —East Orange, NJ
- $21.85 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Accounting
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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1d
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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Culinary Supervisor
Topgolf —Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- US work authorization
- Dental insurance
- Vision 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

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Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef

The Barn Kitchen and Bar
Rockaway, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$25 - $35 an hour

Qualifications

Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Grilling
Recipe adherence
Assisting with meal planning
Equipment safety procedures
Dietary aide experience
Food service health code compliance
Customer service
Kitchen knives
Fine dining experience
Food service cleaning
Menu concept development
Food portioning
Mid-level
Food safety sanitizing procedures
Plating
Quality control
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Food preparation equipment operation

Full Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking energetic and experienced cooks to join our dynamic culinary team! As Line Cooks, you will play a vital role in preparing delicious, high-quality meals that delight our guests. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary skills in a fast-paced environment, contributing to memorable dining experiences. Ideal candidates are passionate about food, possess strong kitchen expertise, and thrive under pressure. Join us and be part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in food service!

Duties

Prepare a variety of dishes ensuring adherence to recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, braising pans, poaching stations, and food production appliances
Execute food preparation tasks such as grilling, braising, poaching, and food handling with precision and care
Follow strict food safety and sanitizing procedures to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment
Assist in menu planning and contribute ideas for new dishes or specials that align with culinary standards
Support high-volume food production for catering events or large service periods while maintaining quality control
Ensure proper knife skills are applied during food prep to maximize efficiency and safety

Experience

Proven culinary experience in fine dining or high-volume restaurant settings
Demonstrated expertise in food preparation techniques including grilling, braising, poaching, and meal assembly
Experience with dietary department procedures and dietary aide responsibilities is a plus
Familiarity with food safety management practices and sanitizing procedures in commercial kitchens
Background in food service or restaurant environments with a focus on food handling and customer service excellence
Knowledge of operating various kitchen equipment safely and effectively
Prior experience in catering or large-scale food production environments is desirable

Join us if you’re ready to bring your culinary talents to a lively team where your skills will shine! We value your experience and dedication to delivering exceptional meals that satisfy every guest. This is more than just a job — it’s an opportunity to grow your culinary career in a supportive, fast-paced setting.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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lead cook jobs in east orange nj

Lead Line Cook/Sous Chef

Cafeteria Lead Cook

Lead Cook (Women Center)

Chef Manager- Meadowview Hospital

Lead Line Cook - Tatte Upper East Side

Lead Cook-- Private School

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Cook

Senior Cook (NBOE)

Sous Chef

Lead Prep Cook

Chef Manager - Irvington School Nutrition

Lead Line Cook - Paramus (New Cafe Opening)

Senior Food Service Worker (NBOE)

Line Cook/ Lead Cook

Shift Leader

FOOD UNIT LEAD (PART TIME)

Food Service Worker - Irvington School Nutrition

Culinary Supervisor

First Cook

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