Top 373 Lead cook Jobs in Jersey City, Nj

Lead Line Cook
clementina —Montclair, NJ
- $16 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Lead Line Cook/Line Cook
Quality Greens Kitchen —Hoboken, NJ
- $15.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Fast casual restaurant
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Chef
OTG Management —Newark, NJ
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- Senior level
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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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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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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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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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Lead Line Cook
Jane Doe —Jersey City, NJ
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Cook (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $22.03 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Line Cook- Full-Time
Salted —Union City, NJ
- $22 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sous Chef
Marriott International, Inc —Newark, NJ
- $64,000 - $81,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
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Dining Services Director
Thrive Senior Living LLC —Montvale, NJ
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- ServSafe
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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First Cook
NYU Langone Health —New York, NY
- $31.87 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Team management
- Wellness program
Baker
Rosetta Bakery —East Rutherford, NJ
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Bakery
- US work authorization
- Senior level
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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
Kitchen Assistant
Finnegan's Pub —Hoboken, NJ
- $17 an hour
- Overtime
- In person
- In-person
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid time off
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Lead Cook
Sodexo —New York, NY
- $27 an hour
- Online Application
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lead Cook - Evercore
Aramark —New York, NY
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Fair chance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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
Lead Chef
The Equity Project Charter School —New York, NY
- $64,350 - $65,500 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Disability insurance
- 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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