Top 320 Lead cook Jobs in Waldwick, 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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Sous Chef - Tatte Paramus
Tatte Bakery & Cafe - Paramus —Paramus, NJ
- $67,000 - $81,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
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Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Park West Tavern —Ridgewood, NJ
- $65,148.71 - $79,641.45 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Lead Line Cook
Four Leaves —Park Ridge, NJ
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Kitchen
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Cook - Per Diem
Brightview Senior Living, LLC —Paramus, NJ
- $20.50 - $23.50 an hour
- Per diem
- ServSafe
- 1 year
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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Cook
Sunrise Senior Living —Woodcliff Lake, NJ
- $19.65 - $24.65 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Cook / Cashier
THE FILLING STATION —Westwood, NJ
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- No experience needed
- Cash register
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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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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Senior Sous Chef - NEW OPENING - Japanese Fine Dining
One Bryant Park NYC —New York, NY
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Cooking
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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CDC/Sous
Chef David Burke —White Plains, NY
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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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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Chef de Cuisine
Quality Branded —Manhattan, NY
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Office
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Continuing education credits
- Commuter assistance
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Sous Chef
COREcruitment —New York, NY
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Mentoring
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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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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Event Chef- High Profile Events and Banquets (High Pay + Flexible Shifts)
At Your Service Staffing —New York, NY
- $23 - $28 an hour
- Choose your own hours
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Team management
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Line Chef
Turning Point Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch Restaurant —Old Tappan, NJ
- From $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Cooking
- English
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Sous Chef
Little Ruby's —Brooklyn, NY
- From $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
Smashburger | New Jersey —Pequannock, NJ
- $15.49 - $18.49 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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