Top 541 Culinary lead Jobs in Rutherford 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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Lead Line Cook
clementina —Montclair, NJ
- $16 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- In-person
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Executive Chef / Culinary Concept Lead -Grab & Go
Garden State Cafe —Newark, NJ
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Culinary R&D Chef / Culinary Innovation Lead
Rajbhog Foods —Jersey City, NJ
- $95,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Kitchen Manager
Confidential —Weehawken, NJ
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Culinary experience
- 5 years
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Director, Culinary Development - Lifestyle
Hyatt Lifestyle Group New York Hub —New York, NY
- $180,500 - $199,500 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Hotel
- Presentation skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Cook-- Private School
Brock & Company Inc —Newark, NJ
- $25 an hour
- Extended hours
- Mid-level
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Kitchen
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Culinary Lead
BLUESTONE LANE —Hoboken, NJ
- $21 an hour
- ServSafe
- English
- Mid-level
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VP, Culinary- Sodexo Live! Airport Lounges, NorAM
Sodexo —New York, NY
- $173,870 - $222,420 a year
- Full-time
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Culinary Manager
RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services —West Orange, NJ
- $75,600 - $106,780 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Culinary Supervisor - American Dream
Aramark —East Rutherford, NJ
- $21 an hour
- Nights as needed
- Basic math
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Premier Staff —New York, NY
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Flexible schedule
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Food and Beverage Manager
Blue Sky Hospitality Solutions —Weehawken, NJ
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Bar
- ServSafe
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Dining Room/Catering Manager
Kendal on Hudson —Sleepy Hollow, NY
- $90,242 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hospitality
- CPR Certification
- ServSafe
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Corporate Executive Chef / Director of Culinary
Quality Greens Kitchen —Brooklyn, NY
- $80,000 - $130,000 a year
- Temporary
- Restaurant management
- Cooking
- Mentoring
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant Manager - Restaurant
B & J Group —Garwood, NJ
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Assistant Kitchen Manager
Uncle Gs Management Corp. —Ramsey, NJ
- $20 - $25 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 5 years
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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7d
Concession Line Cook (Food & Beverage)
Legacy Hospitality and Entertainment Group —Tenafly, NJ
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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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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Head Chef
Cucina 355 —Nutley, NJ
- From $52,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Senior level
- Leadership
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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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culinary lead jobs in rutherford nj

Head Cook

Lead Line Cook

Executive Chef / Culinary Concept Lead -Grab & Go

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Kitchen Manager

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Food and Beverage Manager

Dining Room/Catering Manager

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