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We are a busy, family-owned deli and catering business seeking an Assistant Chef to join our team. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen where quality and consistency are everything. What You’ll Do: • Prepare, cook, and assemble deli and catering menu items, • Assist with daily kitchen operations, from prep to service, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, • Work with our team to ensure accuracy and timeliness of large orders, • Learn and execute our proven methods and recipes What We’re Looking For: • Previous professional kitchen experience required (deli, catering, or restaurant), • Strong knife and prep skills, • Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment, • Reliable, punctual, and a team player, • Willingness to learn our style and standards

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Executive Chef to join our culinary team in a dynamic and fast-paced kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the food industry, with experience in kitchen management and culinary arts. As a Executive Chef, you will play a key role in supporting the Head Chef in menu planning, food preparation, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Duties Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations and ensuring smooth workflow. Prepare and cook high-quality dishes according to established recipes and standards. Supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and training as needed to enhance their skills. Ensure food safety and sanitation practices are followed consistently. Collaborate with the culinary team to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings. Manage inventory levels, including ordering supplies and minimizing waste. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and workstations. Assist in managing food costs while maintaining quality standards. Skills Strong knowledge of culinary techniques and food preparation methods. Experience in fine dining or upscale restaurant settings is preferred. Proficiency in kitchen management, including supervising staff and coordinating tasks. Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members. Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Familiarity with food service management principles, including inventory control. A background in bartending is a plus for creating beverage pairings with dishes. Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Join our team as a Sous Chef where your culinary expertise will shine, contributing to an unforgettable dining experience for our guests. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Ability to Commute: Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Edgewater, NJ 07020: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person

We are seeking passionate Line Cooks to join our growing team! MA LILLTI is a newly built Caribbean restaurant with inspired dishes from the islands of Trinidad, Jamaica, Puerto Rico and Dominica Republic. Seize this opportunity to grow with us, be part of an inclusive team, and leave your mark. Responsibilities: • Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies, • Prepare components of each dish on our menu using our proven recipes, • Memorize and utilize our serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures used in the kitchen, • Ensure that the kitchen, all food prep areas, and all food storage areas meet restaurant cleaning standards, • Work with a team of cooks to do portion prep work for other shifts when needed, • Monitor product freshness and rotate out old products based on a schedule created by the restaurant, • Answer, report, and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions, • Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion, • Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards, • Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and guests Requirements: • 2+ years of proven cooking experience, including experience as a Line Chef, Restaurant Cook or Prep Cook, • Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures, • Ability to work on your feet for eight hours or more a day, • Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks, • High level of professionalism, • Comfortable working with a team in a high volume and fast-paced kitchen environment, • Excellent verbal communication and organization skills WE WOULD LOVE TO MEET WITH YOU IF YOU HAVE THESE QUALITIES.

Responsibilities: • Prepare and cook food according to recipes and quality standards, • Assist with menu planning and development, • Ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner, • Monitor food inventory and order supplies as needed, • Maintain a clean and organized work area, • Follow all safety and sanitation procedures, • Skills:, • Proven experience as a cook or chef, • Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines, • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes accurately, • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, • Excellent communication and teamwork skills, • Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization., • Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, • Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour