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  • CHINESE HEADMASTER CHEF WANTED
    CHINESE HEADMASTER CHEF WANTED
    7 days ago
    Full-time
    Paterson

    Halal Wok Express is seeking a highly experienced HEADMASTER CHEF to join our team. Head Chef is in total control of the kitchen starting from managing the kitchen staff to flavourful dishes/portions/sauce consistency to our customers. Must be bilingual. Responsibilities Prepare everything before customers arrive. Manage kitchen staff on their duties throughout the day. MUST MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE FOLLOWS THE HYGENE PROTOCOLS Make sure that every dish delivers quality to our customers Coordinate with suppliers to control inventory levels, order ingredients efficiently, and minimize waste through effective inventory control practices. Supervise food handling, cooking processes, and presentation to ensure high-quality dishes are consistently delivered to guests. Oversee catering events and banquet services, ensuring timely preparation and exceptional service quality. Implement training programs for kitchen staff on food safety, culinary techniques, and service standards. Proven culinary experience in Chinese cuisine with a strong background in dining environments. Extensive supervising experience within busy restaurant or catering settings. Familiarity with banquet operations, event catering, and large-scale food preparation. Experience in inventory management, cost control, and food safety practices within the food industry. Previous restaurant kitchen management experience is preferred. REQUIREMENTS: MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE AS HEAD CHEF. MUST SPEAK FLUENT ENGLISH AND MANDARIN MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO 959 MAIN ST, PATERSON,NJ,07503 OR MUST BE WILLING TO RELOCATE. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK IN A BUSY ENVIRONMENT. MUST CLEAN THE KITCHEN TO SPOTLESS CONDITION EVERY NIGHT BEFORE THE SHIFT ENDS. SEND YOUR RESUME. MUST FOLLOW THE HYGENE PROTOCOLS AND MAKE SURE THAT EVERYONE ELSE FOLLOWS THEM. Join us as our Chinese Head Chef at Halal Wok Express — where your culinary talents will shine! We’re committed to supporting your growth in a vibrant environment that values innovation, quality. If you’re ready to lead a passionate kitchen team while delivering exceptional Chinese cuisine that respects halal standards, we want to hear from you!

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  • Line Cook, Banquet Cook
    Line Cook, Banquet Cook
    1 month ago
    $19–$22 hourly
    Full-time
    Preakness, Wayne

    Preakness Hills Country Club is seeking experienced line cooks, garde manger, and banquet kitchen professionals to join a chef-driven, scratch kitchen for the upcoming season. This is an opportunity for cooks who care about technique, execution, and creativity, and who want to be part of a kitchen where their voice and skill set matter. The Kitchen · High-volume, scratch cooking operation · Classic country club cuisine with modern execution · Strong banquet and event program · Collaborative environment focused on standards, consistency, and growth What You’ll Do · Execute menu items with precision and consistency during service · Play a key role in banquet and event production · Maintain clean, organized stations and uphold kitchen standards · Work closely with the chef team during service and prep · Contribute to menu development, daily specials, and event menus · Test new ideas while respecting the structure of a professional kitchen Who We’re Looking For · Experienced culinary professionals with previous line or banquet kitchen experience · Cooks who understand pace, timing, and organization in high-volume kitchens · Team-oriented professionals with strong communication skills · Individuals who take pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail · Reliable, driven cooks looking for growth and responsibility Schedule & Employment · Seasonal: March – December · Full-time and Part-time opportunities available · Day, night, and weekend availability required Compensation & Benefits · Hourly, based on experience · Paid time off · Health and dental insurance available · Staff meals · Clear opportunities for advancement within the culinary team Why This Role This is not a plug-and-play line position. We are looking for cooks who want to: · Be part of the creative process · Grow alongside a professional chef team · Work in a kitchen that values skill, accountability, and pride in execution Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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