Benefits:

Bonus based on performance
Free food & snacks

Job Summary
Small cafe in Passaic, NJ is seeking a talented cook to join our team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for preparing delicious meals for our customers. The ideal candidate is experienced, creative, and able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff. If you have a passion for creating meals that “wow,” we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Follow directions from the Owner/Head Chef and follow through with set menus
Assist Owner/Head Chef with creating menus according to season and customer research
Cooking of traditional American food
Cooking of Various Authentic International Foods as determined by the Owner/Head Chef
Presentation of all dishes in an appealing manner
Supervise and delegate tasks to other team members
Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Inventory maintenance – Requisitioning or purchasing/ordering of supplies. Maintaining optimal inventory levels and minimizing waste and implementing cost-saving strategies.
Monitoring product quality and consistency.
Follow all food safety regulations
Motivating and fostering a positive work environment

Qualifications:

Previous cooking experience in commercial kitchen, small cafe or deli
Knowledge of kitchen equipment and food decorating techniques
Ability to take direction from the Owner/Head Chef
Knowledge of cooking of authentic American foods
Strong attention to detail
Advanced knowledge of culinary techniques and recipes
Certification from culinary school a plus
Knowledge of health code laws and food safety standards
Training in food safety - ServeSafe or Food Handler’s Certification is a plus
Inventory control skills
Ability to handle a fast paced work environment
Ability to multi-task
Bilingual – Fluent verbal & written communication in both English & Spanish
Excellent time management skills
Strong leadership skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

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