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  • Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries
    16 hours ago
    $18–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Central Ward, Newark

    Café Chef / Cook — Specialty Sandwiches & Pastries LaTasse Café | Downtown Newark, NJ | On-site Position: Full-time, approximately 35–40 hours per week Pay: $18–$20 per hour, depending on experience Schedule: Primarily morning and daytime shifts, including weekends. Flexibility to cover other scheduled shifts is required. Café operating hours are 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. LaTasse Café is seeking an experienced chef or cook with a strong understanding of specialty sandwich preparation, ingredient quality, and presentation. Our menu features French-inspired and café-style sandwiches alongside coffee, pastries, fresh juices, and smoothies. You will prepare sandwiches with consistent flavor and portions, bake and finish ready-to-bake pastries, and maintain an organized food preparation station. Reporting to the Café Manager, you will bring culinary skill, reliability, and attention to detail to every order. Responsibilities • Prepare specialty sandwiches, including jambon-beurre, chicken and provolone, tuna, and vegetarian options., • Prepare ingredients according to approved recipes, balancing flavor, texture, and presentation., • Handle breads, meats, cheeses, vegetables, and spreads carefully to maintain freshness and quality., • Organize ingredient preparation before service and keep the station stocked., • Follow recipe and portion standards; recommend improvements for management approval., • Bake and finish ready-to-bake pastries, following product instructions and monitoring oven times and temperatures., • Maintain attractive pastry displays and monitor product freshness., • Coordinate with baristas to complete in-person, pickup, and delivery orders efficiently., • Package and label orders accurately, keeping products presentable during transport., • Follow food safety, allergen precautions, temperature control, storage, and date-labeling procedures., • Rotate stock, track waste, and communicate ingredient shortages., • Clean and sanitize utensils, equipment, and preparation areas., • Complete opening, closing, and shift handover duties. Required qualifications • At least two years of professional food preparation experience as a chef or cook in a café, restaurant, deli, or sandwich shop., • Demonstrated skill preparing specialty sandwiches with consistent quality., • Understanding of bread selection, ingredient preparation, flavor combinations, and portion control., • A current food handler certificate is required before your first shift., • Ability to operate café ovens safely and follow ready-to-bake pastry instructions., • Strong organization, cleanliness, teamwork, and order accuracy., • Ability to work efficiently during busy service., • Reliable attendance and a dependable commute to Downtown Newark., • Availability for agreed shifts, including weekends. Culinary training and experience with French-style sandwiches are preferred. Training will be provided on LaTasse’s recipes and pastry products.

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  • Cook
    Cook
    1 month ago
    $19–$20 hourly
    Full-time
    Williamsburg, Brooklyn

    CookCasabuela Café Location: 232 Metropolitan Ave, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY 11211 | Pay: $20-$25/hour + tips (base rate dependent on relevant experience, credentials and Spanish proficiency)Benefits: Up to 40 hours of accured paid sick leave annually, 10 personal flex days. About Casabuela Café: Where the Village Meets Founded in 2025, Casabuela Café was born out of a real need—for community, culture, and a space that honors both curiosity and tradition. Casabuela is a love letter to legacy, culture, and community—built to serve the village. Designed to feel like grandma’s house, Casabuela is a warm, sensory-rich living room filled with texture, comfort, and food made with care. We are a community-forward, family-owned café where connection, culture, and intentional cooking are at the heart of everything we do. The Role: We are seeking a Cook to join us at the opening of our Williamsburg-based café. This role is ideal for someone who values thoughtful preparation, consistency, and culturally rooted food. You will help bring Casabuela’s kitchen vision to life by executing dishes with care, respect, and pride. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and execute café food items with consistency and attention to detail, • Support daily kitchen operations, prep, and service, • Receive, inspect, accept and store food deliveries, returning and noting damage and spoiled items when necessary, • Support with the completion of daily purchases orders, • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards, • Track and record recipe changes, • Track and record kitchen inventory, • Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house team, • Uphold Casabuela’s values of hospitality, care, and community What We’re Looking For: • 2+ years experience working as a line cook or prep cook, • Food Handlers License, preferred, • Foundational baking and pastry knowledge, a plus, • Strong standards of personal and kitchen cleanliness and safety, • Experience with or strong knowledge of Puerto Rican and Caribbean cuisine and flavors (traditional or modern), or a deep willingness to learn and honor the culture, preferred, • Strong knife skills and kitchen techniques, • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, small-team environment, • A respectful, team-oriented attitude and passion for food made with intention Why Join Casabuela: • Be part of a café from the very beginning, • Cook food rooted in culture, memory, and tradition, • Work daytime hours in a supportive, community-driven space, • Competitive pay with tips If you believe food is a way to care for people and preserve culture, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Night Pastry Cook
    Night Pastry Cook
    2 months ago
    $17–$18 hourly
    Part-time
    Long Island City, Queens

    We’re Hiring: Temporary Nighttime Pastry Cook Amy’s Bread has an immediate opening for a Temporary Nighttime Pastry Cook. This position is 4 nights per week and requires weekend availability. The shift starts at 6:00 PM and ends at 2:00 AM. As a Pastry Cook at Amy’s Bread, you will join a passionate and dedicated team focused on producing high-quality baked goods. Primary responsibilities include preparing and baking breakfast sweets for Amy’s Bread retail stores and wholesale accounts. If you enjoy baking muffins, scones, croissants, danishes, sticky buns, and biscuits, this may be the job for you. Responsibilities include: Preparing and baking breakfast pastries and sweets Following recipes accurately as written Measuring, mixing, portioning, cutting, and baking products Maintaining consistency, quality, and food safety standards Keeping the workstation clean, organized, and production-ready Working independently with limited supervision The ideal candidate should have: 1–2 years of professional baking or kitchen experience, or culinary training preferred Good hand skills and strong attention to detail The ability to work alone with little supervision A good command of English The ability to follow directions and recipes accurately A willingness to accept direction and constructive feedback Weekend availability Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter explaining why they are interested in the position and what qualities make them a good candidate for the role.

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  • Restaurant Crew Member
    Restaurant Crew Member
    3 days ago
    Full-time
    Foxhurst, The Bronx

    Part-time | Full-time $17 - $19 an hour Benefits Paid training Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation Guest relations Quick service & fast food restaurant experience Attention to detail Retail math Full Job Description Job Summary Join our dynamic team as a Restaurant Crew Member and become the heart of our fast-paced food service environment! In this energetic role, you'll deliver exceptional customer experiences by preparing delicious food, managing orders efficiently, and maintaining a clean, welcoming workspace. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a lively atmosphere where guests feel valued and satisfied. Whether you're handling food preparation, operating POS systems, or assisting customers directly, your contribution is vital to our success. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop culinary skills, gain retail experience, and thrive in a vibrant team setting. Responsibilities Prepare food items according to established recipes and safety standards, ensuring quality and consistency. Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS to process customer orders accurately and efficiently. Manage food service customer orders from start to finish, providing friendly service and upselling menu items to enhance guest satisfaction. Maintain a clean and organized workspace by following sanitation guidelines and food safety protocols throughout your shift. Handle cash register operations including processing cash transactions, giving correct change, and managing retail sales transactions with precision. Assist in operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively to support food preparation activities. Provide excellent customer service by greeting guests warmly, answering questions about menu items, and ensuring their experience is positive from start to finish. Experience Previous experience in quick service or fast food restaurants is preferred but not required; training will be provided. Familiarity with food preparation, food handling, and sanitation standards in a restaurant or café environment is highly valued. Basic math skills are essential for accurate cash handling and transaction processing. Experience with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS will be advantageous but can be learned on the job. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively during busy periods while maintaining attention to detail. Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude that energizes team interactions and enhances guest experiences. Knowledge of food safety management practices ensures compliance with health regulations and promotes a safe dining environment. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences! This role offers an exciting chance to develop your skills in food service, sales, and hospitality while working in a lively team environment dedicated to excellence. Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid training Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Work Location: In person

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  • Chef / Cook
    Chef / Cook
    2 months ago
    $15–$20 hourly
    Part-time
    West Side, Jersey City

    • Breakfast & Lunch Line Cook (Full-Time), • Stormy Cafe is looking for an experienced, dependable, and fast-paced Breakfast & Lunch Line Cook to join our team. If you thrive in a busy kitchen, work well under pressure, and take pride in preparing high-quality food quickly, we’d love to hear from you., • Requirements, • Minimum 2–3 years of experience working in a fast-paced breakfast and lunch kitchen., • Experience preparing:, • Eggs (all styles), • Omelets, • French toast, • Pancakes (preferred), • Breakfast sandwiches, • Cold-cut sandwiches, • Lunch sandwiches and wraps, • Experience operating a deep fryer and preparing fried foods., • Ability to multitask and keep up during busy rushes., • Strong attention to food quality, cleanliness, and presentation., • Reliable, punctual, and able to work well with a team. Responsibilities • Prepare breakfast and lunch orders accurately and efficiently., • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation., • Follow food safety and health regulations., • Stock and prep ingredients for daily service., • Assist with kitchen cleaning and closing duties as needed., • Work efficiently to keep ticket times low during peak hours. Schedule • Morning shifts required, • Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed., • Punctuality and reliability are essential. What We’re Looking For We’re looking for someone who has a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and can handle the pressure of a busy café while maintaining high-quality food and excellent consistency. If you’re passionate about cooking and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you!

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