Top 2635 Culinary Jobs in West Orange, 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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Restaurant and Culinary Management/ Culinary Arts Instructor (Part Time)
Institute of Culinary Education —New York, NY
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Classroom
- Hospitality
- 401(k)
- Flexible spending account
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Line Cook - Food Truck & Concessions
Curbside Culinary Creations —Woodland Park, NJ
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
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Kitchen Staff/Delivery Person
Encore Catering - East Hanover —East Hanover, NJ
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Clean driving record
- Driver's License
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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TEACHER OF CULINARY ARTS
Elizabeth Public Schools —Elizabeth, NJ
- $65,146 - $113,661 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Adjunct Faculty - Culinary Arts
Essex County College —Newark, NJ
- From $1,003 an hour
- Classroom
- ServSafe
- 5 years
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PREP COOK
Job Haines Home For Aged People —Bloomfield, NJ
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Tchr of Culinary Arts SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $70,000 - $114,750 a year
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Sous Chef
SAGE Dining Services —Short Hills, NJ
- $25.50 - $26.50 an hour
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Executive Chef
Dartcor —Morristown, NJ
- $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- ServSafe
- 5 years
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dining Micro Market Attendant
American Dining Creations —Clifton, NJ
- $20 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Merchandising
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Baker
Cipriani USA —Newark, NJ
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive Chef
Aramark —New York, NY
- $110,000 - $120,000 a year
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Team management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook
Marriott International, Inc —Newark, NJ
- $29.78 - $31.35 an hour
- Part-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
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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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Culinary Arts Instructor
New Community Corporation —Newark, NJ
- $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- 5 years
- Mid-level
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Cook, Part-time
University Hospital, Newark NJ —Newark, NJ
- $22.64 - $23.83 an hour
- Part-time
- ServSafe
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Line Cook
SSP —Newark, NJ
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- 1 year
- Restaurant
- Communication skills
- Opportunities for advancement
6d
Now hiring Hosts
Montclair Hospitality —Montclair, NJ
- $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement
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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 jobs in west orange, nj

Head Cook

Lead Line Cook

Restaurant and Culinary Management/ Culinary Arts Instructor (Part Time)

Line Cook - Food Truck & Concessions

Kitchen Staff/Delivery Person

TEACHER OF CULINARY ARTS

Adjunct Faculty - Culinary Arts

PREP COOK

Tchr of Culinary Arts SY2026-27 (NBOE)

Sous Chef

Executive Chef

Dining Micro Market Attendant

Assistant Baker

Executive Chef

Cook

Lead Cook-- Private School

Culinary Arts Instructor

Cook, Part-time

Line Cook

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