Top 1356 Kitchen leader Jobs in Newark Nj

Executive Chef
Naxos Brooklyn —Brooklyn, NY
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Continuous improvement
- Profit sharing
- Paid time off
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Executive Sous Chef - Soho House New York
Soho House & Co. —New York, NY
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chef de Cuisine
Boqueria —New York, NY
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- English
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Manufacturing Operations Manager
Watermark Designs —Brooklyn, NY
- $110,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- PMP
- Engineering
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Manager
Millburn Deli —Westwood, NJ
- From $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Kitchen Production Line Team Member
McDonald’s —Newark, NJ
- Choose your own hours
- High school
- Sanitation
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Prepared Foods Team Member (Deli Service Counter & Culinary Venues) - Part Time
Whole Foods Market —Vauxhall, NJ
- $17.00 - $25.40 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Hand tools
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Operations Associate, Newark, #1123
Gopuff —Newark, NJ
- $16.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Google Workspace
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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MANAGER, FOOD SERVICE
The GEO Group —Newark, NJ
- $61,299.42 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Butchers and Meat Manager
NJ Supermarket Group —Caldwell, NJ
- $17 - $31 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Project Manager - Mitigation, WRT, IICRC
Jombine —Carlstadt, NJ
- $90,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Fuel card
- Health insurance
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Cook Kitchen Food Service
Community Psychiatric Institute —East Orange, NJ
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Paid holidays
- Health 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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FOOD SERVICE WORKER
The GEO Group —Newark, NJ
- From $18.54 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health savings account
Cook
Panda Restaurant Group —Newark, NJ
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Email
- Serving
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Dishwashers
J. Alexander’s Restaurants —Clifton, NJ
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Dietary Aide - Part Time - Day
Hackensack Meridian Health —Hackensack, NJ
- From $18.72 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prepared Foods Order Writer (Deli / Culinary - Buyer / Inventory Replenishment) - Full Time
Whole Foods Market —Montclair, NJ
- $17.50 - $30.20 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Store discount
- Paid time off
Driver & Kitchen Help - Nourished Neighbors (5651)
Center for Family Services —East Orange, NJ
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- ServSafe
- Customer service
- Flexible spending account
- Opportunities for advancement
Team Member TB39108-NEWARK
Taco Bell —Newark, NJ
- $15.95 - $17.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Executive Chef

Naxos Brooklyn
Brooklyn, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $110,000 a year
11 days ago

Benefits

Profit sharing
Paid time off
Food provided

Qualifications

Food & beverage industry purchasing experience
Menu design
Line cook experience
Teamwork
Operations management
Recipe development
Team leadership
Labor cost analysis
Team development
Kitchen cost control
Continuous improvement
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Hospitality industry experience
Industry trends
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Menu costing
Restaurant cost management
Restaurant supply ordering

Full Job Description

Executive Chef

Location: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $80,000–$110,000 (Based on Experience) + Performance-Based Bonus
Application Deadline: July 30, 2026

About Naxos

Naxos is an upscale Mediterranean and Spanish fusion restaurant located in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Our concept combines the bold flavors of the Mediterranean with modern Spanish influences, delivering an elevated dining experience through exceptional cuisine, warm hospitality, and sophisticated ambiance.

We are seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead our culinary program. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and innovative chef to build a talented kitchen team, develop a distinctive menu, and help define the culinary identity of one of Brooklyn's premier dining destinations.

Position Summary

The Executive Chef will oversee all culinary operations, ensuring excellence in food quality, consistency, creativity, and execution. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with extensive fine dining experience, exceptional operational skills, and a passion for Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all daily kitchen operations while maintaining the highest culinary standards.
Design and execute seasonal Mediterranean and Spanish-inspired menus that reflect the Naxos brand.
Recruit, train, mentor, and develop a high-performing culinary team.
Maintain consistency in food preparation, presentation, and guest experience.
Oversee purchasing, inventory management, food costing, and vendor relationships.
Monitor labor and food costs while maximizing operational efficiency.
Implement and maintain standardized recipes, preparation procedures, and quality controls.
Ensure full compliance with all local, state, and federal health, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
Collaborate with ownership and management on menu development, special events, catering opportunities, and promotional initiatives.
Foster a positive, professional, and accountable kitchen culture focused on teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Executive Chef or Chef de Cuisine in an upscale, high-volume restaurant.
Strong expertise in Mediterranean, Spanish, or Latin-inspired cuisine.
Proven success in menu development, recipe standardization, and cost management.
Experience managing kitchen teams of 10 or more employees.
Strong understanding of food costing, purchasing, inventory control, and labor management.
Knowledge of current culinary techniques, presentation standards, and industry trends.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment while maintaining exceptional standards.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with catering, banquet, or private dining operations.
Familiarity with hospitality management systems and kitchen inventory software.
Demonstrated success opening new restaurant concepts or leading culinary program development.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience.
Performance-based bonus structure tied to food cost management, guest satisfaction, and overall restaurant performance.
Creative freedom to develop and evolve the culinary program.
Opportunity to shape the vision of a growing, high-profile restaurant.
Supportive ownership committed to quality ingredients, operational excellence, and long-term success.
Potential opportunities for future profit sharing or equity based on performance and tenure.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit:

Resume
Portfolio of previous menus or culinary work (preferred)
Brief cover letter describing your culinary philosophy and vision for Naxos

Email: [email protected]

Selected candidates will be contacted for an interview and a practical cooking evaluation.

If you are an experienced culinary leader with a passion for innovation, excellence, and hospitality, we invite you to join Naxos and help create one of Brooklyn's most exciting dining experiences.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Food provided
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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